Bastani Persian Saffron–Rose Ice Cream

1. 1

   Whisk the egg yolks and sugar in a medium bowl until thick and pale yellow, 1 to 2 minutes.

2. 2

   Warm the milk, rose water, and vanilla in a medium saucepan over medium heat just until it lightly simmers. Gradually pour the milk mixture into the yolk mixture while whisking constantly.

3. 3

   Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until an instant-read thermometer reads 170 degrees F (77 degrees C) and the mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add the saffron and stir until the mixture becomes a deep yellow, about 1 minute. Stir in the whipping cream. Cover the surface with plastic wrap and chill for at least 8 hours or up to 24 hours.

4. 4

   Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s directions until it reaches a soft-serve texture. Add the pistachios (if using) during the last few minutes of churning.

5. 5

   Transfer to a freezer-safe container, cover the surface with parchment paper, and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours.

6. 6

   Scoop into bowls. Garnish with pistachios and rose petals. Freeze in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

• Calories 233.61 kcal — Moderate 12%
• Protein 8.84 g — Moderate 18%
• Carbohydrate 27.22 g 10%
• Total Fat 10.57 g — Moderate 14%
• Saturated Fat 5.21 g ▲ High 26%
• Trans Fat 0.02 g ▲ High --
• Cholesterol 153.8 mg ▲ High 51%
• Sodium 107.82 mg ⌄ Low Source 5%
• Dietary Fiber 1.2 g ⌄ Low Source 4%
• Total Sugars 23.72 g --
• Added Sugars 0.0 g ⌄ Low Source 0%
• Calcium 85.68 mg ⌄ Low Source 7%
• Iron 1.08 mg ⌄ Low Source 6%
• Potassium 226.98 mg ⌄ Low Source 5%
• Vitamin A 58.84 mcg ⌄ Low Source 7%
• Vitamin C 0.56 mg ⌄ Low Source 1%
• Vitamin D 1.18 mcg ⌄ Low Source 6%

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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