Sabzi Polo

Ingredients

• Fish or chicken breasts (4 pieces)
• Salt (2 teaspoons or to taste)
• Unsalted butter (4 tablespoons)
• Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Green onions (1 bunch, finely chopped)
• Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, cilantro) (2 cups each, finely chopped)
• Basmati rice (2 cups)

Instructions

1. Thoroughly rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water with 1 teaspoon of salt for 30 minutes.
2. While the rice is soaking, prepare your fish or chicken. Season with salt and grill or bake until fully cooked.
3. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the boiling water. Let it boil for 5 minutes, then drain again.
4. In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the finely chopped herbs and green onions, and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.
5. Add the partially cooked rice back into the pot, stirring well to ensure the herbs and onions are evenly distributed. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and fluffy.
6. Serve the Sabzi Polo hot, topped with your cooked fish or chicken. Enjoy this taste of Persian tradition!