{"id":65798,"date":"2022-11-08T16:18:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-08T16:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/?p=65798"},"modified":"2026-05-12T14:31:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T14:31:59","slug":"sabzi-polo-ba-mahi-with-fish-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/sabzi-polo-ba-mahi-with-fish-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Sabzi Polo Ba Mahi (with Fish) Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sabzi Polo Ba Mahi<\/strong>, a delightful Persian dish, is celebrated especially during <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/nowruz-persian-new-year\/\">Nowruz<\/a><\/strong>, the Persian New Year. This dish pairs fragrant herbed rice (<a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/iran-tourist-visa-is-now-open\/\" title=\"Iran Tourist Visa is now Open for all Nationalities!\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"138945\">Sabzi Polo<\/a>) with perfectly cooked <strong>fish <\/strong>(<strong>Mahi<\/strong>), creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s a culinary symbol of the Nowruz festival and one of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/10-best-persian-foods-try\/\">best foods in Iran<\/a><\/strong>, representing rebirth and renewal. This dish is not just about tantalizing your taste buds; it&#8217;s about experiencing a piece of Persian culture and tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/sabzi-polo-ba-mahi-with-fish-recipe\/#ingredients\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/sabzi-polo-ba-mahi-with-fish-recipe\/#instructions\" >Instructions:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/sabzi-polo-ba-mahi-with-fish-recipe\/#tips\" >Tips:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>White fish (like seabass or cod), filleted &#8211; 4 pieces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basmati rice &#8211; 2 cups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh dill, finely chopped &#8211; 1 cup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh parsley, finely chopped &#8211; 1 cup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh cilantro, finely chopped &#8211; 1 cup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Garlic cloves, minced &#8211; 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saffron, dissolved in hot water &#8211; 1 teaspoon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lemon, sliced &#8211; 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turmeric powder &#8211; 1 teaspoon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All-purpose flour &#8211; for dusting fish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vegetable oil &#8211; for frying<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Sabzi Polo Mahi I Fresh Herb Rice with Fish I Chef Kooroush I \u0637\u0631\u0632 \u062a\u0647\u06cc\u0647 \u0633\u0628\u0632\u06cc \u067e\u0644\u0648 \u0628\u0627 \u0645\u0627\u0647\u06cc \u0645\u062c\u0644\u0633\u06cc\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MoI-aRAAUkA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-instructions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"instructions\"><\/span>Instructions:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cook-the-rice\">Cook the Rice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rinse and soak the rice in salted water. Boil water in a large pot, add the drained rice, and cook until it&#8217;s al dente. Drain the rice and mix with the chopped herbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-prepare-the-fish\">Prepare the Fish<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Season the fish fillets with salt, pepper, turmeric, and garlic. Lightly dust them with flour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fry-the-fish\">Fry the Fish<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heat oil in a pan. Fry the fish until golden and crispy, then set aside on paper towels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-layer-the-dish\">Layer the Dish<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a pot, layer the herbed rice and saffron water, creating a fluffy, fragrant bed of rice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-assemble-and-serve\">Assemble and Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Place the cooked fish on top of the rice. Garnish with lemon slices. Serve hot, enjoying the blend of aromatic herbs and the succulent fish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tips\"><\/span>Tips:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rice-preparation\">Rice Preparation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the perfect texture, don&#8217;t overcook the rice; it should be fluffy and separate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fish Selection:<\/strong> Choose fresh, high-quality fish for the best flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Saffron:<\/strong> Use authentic saffron for the distinct aroma and color it imparts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cultural-insight\">Cultural Insight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sabzi Polo Ba Mahi is more than a dish; it&#8217;s a celebration of Persian New Year. It reflects the joy, freshness, and prosperity associated with <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/iran-tourism-after-the-us-presidential-election-in-hope-and-despair\/\" title=\"Between Hope and Despair \u2013 Iran Tourism After the US Presidential Election\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"139737\">Nowruz<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read More<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-related-links\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/khuzestan-travel-guide\/\">Khuzestan Travel Guide<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/10-best-persian-foods-try\/\">Top 10 Persian Foods You Must Try<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/zereshk-polo-ba-morgh\/\">Zereshk Polo ba Morgh Recipe<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/khoresht-e-ghormeh-sabzi-recipe\/\">Khoresht-e Ghormeh Sabzi Recipe<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/baghali-polo-recipe\/\">Baghali Polo Recipe<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sabzi Polo Ba Mahi, a delightful Persian dish, is celebrated especially during Nowruz, the Persian New Year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":63294,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[849],"tags":[15658,11043,374,16096],"class_list":["post-65798","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-food","tag-food","tag-persian-cuisine","tag-persian-food","tag-recipes"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/4-Sabzi-Polo.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/65798","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=65798"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/65798\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":153061,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/65798\/revisions\/153061"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/63294"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=65798"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=65798"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=65798"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}