Persian Herb Rice (Sabzi Polo)
Fragrant Persian-style rice with fresh dill, parsley, and chives.
🥘 Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh chives, chopped
- 3 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 tsp turmeric
- Sea salt to taste
👨🍳 Instructions
- Rinse basmati rice until water runs clear
- Bring water to boil with salt and turmeric
- Add rice, reduce heat, cover and cook for 15 minutes
- While rice cooks, chop all fresh herbs
- When rice is done, fluff with fork
- Gently fold in fresh herbs and butter
- Let sit covered for 5 minutes
- Serve warm with grilled chicken or lamb
Chef's Tips
Fresh herbs are the star of this dish. Dill and parsley are safe and aromatic. Eat fresh, don't store.
Why This Recipe is Safe
This recipe uses only fresh, low-histamine ingredients. All components are generally well-tolerated on a low histamine diet when prepared fresh and eaten immediately.