How to Master Tahdig, the Elusive Crispy Crust of Persian Rice

Go for the gold No images? [View Online.]( [Saveur]( [Image](  03/23/2019 [How to Master Tahdig, the Elusive Crispy Crust of Persian Rice]( Seeking a fun weekend cooking project? Look no further than Persian rice with tahdig, the crunchy, irresistible crust that forms at the bottom of the pot. While Nowruz (Persian New Year) may have passed, the time is still ripe to attempt one of the elaborate rice dishes from Iranian-American cookbook author Naz Deravian, whether [tahcheen]( (a saffron rice with chicken), or [adas polo]( (lentil rice) with a spectacular lavash tahdig. From the proper process for cooking Persian rice to the best way to bloom saffron, she deftly breaks down the techniques behind tahdig, which in Iran, is the real mark of a skilled home cook. As Deravian puts it, “a cook’s reputation practically rests on their ability to turn out perfect, fluffy grains and an evenly crisped and bronzed layer.” Check out our [test-kitchen-approved tahdig starter kit]( then follow Deravian’s tips for getting the coveted crust just right. While it might take a couple of tries, when you see the rice drop from pot to dish and reveal that beautiful golden crust, you will feel as if you have truly earned your bragging rights. [Image](  [Everything You Need to Make Iranian Rice Tahdig]( [Test-kitchen-approved necessities for mastering the art of bottom-of-the-pot crispy rice]( [Image](  [Steamed Saffron Rice with Tahdig (Chelo ba Tahdig)]( [Buttery saffron rice, crowned with a crisp, golden tahdig, is the perfect centerpiece for your next Persian feast]( [Image](  [Baked Saffron Yogurt Rice with Chicken (Tahcheen-e Morgh)]( [This crispy Iranian casserole—buttered saffron rice with yogurt and lemon chicken—is an easy, impressive main course]( [Image](  [Herbed Rice with Fish Tahdig (Sabzi Polo ba Tahdig-e Mahi)]( [Nestle two whole fish into a pot of herbed saffron rice to make this striking dish, a Persian New Year essential]( [Image](  [Persian Lentil Rice with Lavash Tahdig (Adas Polo)]( [In this traditional Persian rice dish, extra-long basmati rice is tossed with tender lentils, warming spices, and buttered dried fruit]( [Image](  [Yogurt Cucumber Sauce with Rose Petals (Maast-o Khiar)]( [Serve this pretty Iranian yogurt sauce with flatbread, grilled meats, or dolloped on crispy tahdig rice]( [Subscribe to Saveur]( You Might Like [Learn more about RevenueStripe...]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( {EMAIL} is subscribed to receive newsletters from Saveur. [Unsubscribe]( | [Manage My Preferences]( | [Privacy Policy]( Add newsletters@mail.saveur.com to your address book to ensure delivery. Copyright © Bonnier Corporation, 460 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 200, Winter Park, FL 32789 [Bonnier Corporation](