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Persian Steamed White Rice
Photo: Pille R. Priske

Persian Steamed White Rice

7 ingredients 8 servings openrecipes
Persian Steamed White Rice
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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

334
Calories
5g
Protein
14g
Fat
46g
Carbs

Counts 4 of 6 ingredients — the other 2 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.

What these numbers assume — 4 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Rice 1 cup cooked (158g) white 206
Olive Oil 1 tbsp (14g) 119
Turmeric 1 tsp ground (3g) 9
Salt 1 tsp (6g) 0
Water not in our table 0
Saffron not in our table 0

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

  • 5 cups basmati rice, checked and rinsed
  • 12 cups water
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 3 tablespoons salt
  • 1/4-inch canola oil poured into the bottom of the saucepan
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric or powdered saffron (optional, for a more authentic flavor)

Directions

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By epicurious · Recipe sourced from openrecipes

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