Shirin polo
🇮🇷 A dish from Iran
Shirin polo, also commonly known as Persian wedding rice or Rosh Hashanah rice, is a traditional Persian rice pilaf that is commonly served to mark special occasions such as weddings. It is a simplified version of morassa' polō, lit. 'jeweled rice'.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | rice, orange peel, slivered almonds, pistachios, saffron, sugar, carrots |
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| 🔥Cooking method | steamed and layered pilaf |
| 👅Flavour & style | sweet, fragrant, citrusy and floral |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | celebratory rice dish for weddings and holidays |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Shirin polo come from?
Shirin polo is a dish that originated in Iran.
What is Shirin polo?
Shirin polo, also commonly known as Persian wedding rice or Rosh Hashanah rice, is a traditional Persian rice pilaf that is commonly served to mark special occasions such as weddings. It is a simplified version of morassa' polō, lit. 'jeweled rice'.