Persian Basmati Rice with Crispy Potato Tahdig
Persian Basmati Rice with Crispy Potato Tahdig pairs fluffy, fragrant grains with a buttery, crackling potato crust that steals the spotlight. The contrast between tender rice and shatteringly crisp potatoes makes this a standout side for grilled meats, stews, or festive gatherings, bringing comforting texture and subtle nuttiness to the table.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Persian Basmati Rice with Crispy Potato Tahdig, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 45 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 61
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 13
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 15
- Performance
- 29
- General Wellness
- 1
Rinse the rice, drain, and repeat once more.
- 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the rice and salt; cook for 6 minutes. Drain in a colander. Rinse the rice and drain again.
- 3
Add oil to the bottom of the pot and arrange the potato slices in a single layer on top. Spoon the cooked rice over the potato slices, cover, and cook on low heat until the rice and potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
- 4
Carefully invert onto a serving plate so the sliced potatoes end up on top of the rice.
- Calories 290.4 kcal Moderate 15%
- Protein 4.67 g Low Source 9%
- Carbohydrate 55.25 g 20%
- Total Fat 4.54 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 0.62 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 92.06 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 0.62 g Low Source 2%
- Total Sugars 0.02 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 12.39 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.68 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 78.09 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 0.86 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Persian Basmati Rice with Crispy Potato Tahdig is made with 4 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Basmati Rice, Cooking Oil, Salt, and Sliced Potatoes. Each serving provides about 290.4 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Persian Basmati Rice with Crispy Potato Tahdig made of?
- The main ingredients are Basmati Rice, Cooking Oil, Salt, Sliced Potatoes. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Persian Basmati Rice with Crispy Potato Tahdig?
- About 45 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 290.4 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Persian Basmati Rice with Crispy Potato Tahdig easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 4 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Persian Basmati Rice with Crispy Potato Tahdig healthy?
- Persian Basmati Rice with Crispy Potato Tahdig has an easyChef Pro health score of 36/100. Per serving, it provides 290.4 calories and 4.67 g of protein, or 9% of the Daily Value. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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