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sholezard

🇮🇷 A dish from Iran

sholezard, a dish from Iran
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Sholezard (also known as zard berenj is a traditional Persian rice pudding composed of saffron, sugar, rose water, butter, cinnamon and cardamom. It is often made and distributed in substantial quantities in religious ceremonies.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientsrice, saffron, sugar, rose water, cinnamon, cardamom, butter
🔥Cooking methodslow-simmered rice pudding
👅Flavour & stylesweet, floral, saffron-perfumed
🕒When it’s eatendessert often prepared for religious ceremonies

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Frequently asked questions

Where does sholezard come from?
sholezard is a dish that originated in Iran.
What is sholezard?
Sholezard (also known as zard berenj is a traditional Persian rice pudding composed of saffron, sugar, rose water, butter, cinnamon and cardamom. It is often made and distributed in substantial quantities in religious ceremonies.