Iranian · Chicken
Tahchin
Servings
Ingredients
- basmati rice300g
- cooked shredded chicken400g
- yogurt200g
- egg yolks2
- saffron1 pinch
- butter40g
- salt1 tsp
- hot water2 tbsp
Original recipe serves about 4.
Method
- 1
Steep saffron in hot water. Parboil rice in salted water 6 minutes and drain.
- 2
Mix yogurt, yolks, saffron and half the rice. Press half into a buttered baking dish, add chicken, then remaining rice and yogurt-rice mixture.
- 3
Cover and bake at 190°C for 50 minutes, uncover 10 minutes; ensure centre is steaming hot before serving.
House recipe