Baked Persian Rice Recipe

Name: Baked Persian Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 130 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 cups jasmine rice; 2-3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 large onion, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 2 3/4 cups water; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Transform ordinary rice into an irresistible side dish with this flavorful Baked Persian Rice recipe! Jasmine rice, known for its delicate aroma and slightly sticky texture, is baked to perfection, developing a crispy, golden crust. This hands-off recipe allows you to focus on other parts of your meal while the rice bakes unattended. Inspired by Christopher Kimball's *Cook's Bible*, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, even for picky eaters! Perfect as a side for kebabs, stews, or roasted meats.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 120 mins

Calories 360.6 kcal

Protein 14g

Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Persian Rice

2 cups jasmine rice
2-3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt
2 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 3/4 cups water
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

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How to Make Baked Persian Rice

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Rinse 2 cups of jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a large bowl, combine the rinsed rice, 2 ¾ cups of water, 1 teaspoon of salt, ½ teaspoon of turmeric, and ¼ teaspoon of saffron threads (optional).
Pour the rice mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Bake, uncovered, for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and a golden crust has formed on top.
Remove from oven and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

Fat

13g

Carbs

21g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Low Protein Healthy Side Dishes Rice Oven Easy Beginner Cook Low Fat Stove Top Dietary Low Cholesterol Inexpensive Low In Something Pasta Rice And Grains Short Grain Rice Equipment 4 Hours Or Less