{"id":65815,"date":"2023-11-23T16:32:37","date_gmt":"2023-11-23T16:32:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/?p=65815"},"modified":"2026-01-30T14:31:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T14:31:28","slug":"baghali-polo-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/baghali-polo-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Baghali Polo Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Baghali Polo<\/strong>, a traditional Persian rice dish, is known for its delightful combination of fluffy basmati rice, fresh dill, and <strong>broad beans <\/strong>(<strong>baghali<\/strong>). Often served with <strong>lamb<\/strong>, <strong>chicken<\/strong>, or <strong>fish<\/strong>, this dish is a staple at Persian gatherings and celebrations. Follow this guide to bring the authentic taste of <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/khordad-national-uprising\/\" title=\"Khordad National Uprising\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"106463\">Baghali Polo<\/a> to your table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 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\/baghali-polo-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\/baghali-polo-recipe\/#equipment\" >Equipment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/baghali-polo-recipe\/#preparing-the-ingredients\" >Preparing the Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/baghali-polo-recipe\/#cooking-the-rice\" >Cooking the Rice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/baghali-polo-recipe\/#serving-baghali-polo\" >Serving Baghali Polo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/baghali-polo-recipe\/#tips-for-perfect-baghali-polo\" >Tips for Perfect Baghali Polo<\/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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-the-rice-and-beans\">For the Rice and Beans:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Basmati rice &#8211; 3 cups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh or frozen broad beans (fava beans) &#8211; 2 cups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh dill, chopped &#8211; 2 cups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt &#8211; to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Butter or oil &#8211; 4 tablespoons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saffron water (optional for color) &#8211; 3 teaspoons<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-serving-optional\">For Serving (Optional):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lamb, chicken, or fish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-equipment\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"equipment\"><\/span>Equipment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Large pot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strainer<\/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=\"How to Make Baghali Polo- Persian Fava Bean and Dill Specialty Rice\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Rm-lUtht32s?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><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How to Make Baghali Polo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-preparing-the-ingredients\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"preparing-the-ingredients\"><\/span>Preparing the Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rinse and Soak Rice<\/strong>: Thoroughly rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in salted water for a minimum of 1 hour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare Broad Beans<\/strong>: If using fresh beans, shell them. If using frozen, thaw them before use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cook Broad Beans<\/strong>: Boil the beans in salted water until tender, then drain.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cooking-the-rice\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cooking-the-rice\"><\/span>Cooking the Rice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Boil the Rice<\/strong>: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the drained rice and cook until it&#8217;s half-cooked (al dente).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Layer the Rice<\/strong>: Drain the rice. In the same pot, layer the rice, cooked broad beans, and chopped dill. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of rice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Steam the Rice<\/strong>: Add butter or oil and saffron water. Cover the pot with a lid wrapped in a clean dish towel (to absorb steam). Cook on low heat for about 45 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"65840\" title=\"Baghali Polo\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-1.jpg\" alt=\"Baghali Polo\" class=\"wp-image-65840\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-1-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-1-705x470.jpg 705w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Baghali polo with chicken<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-2.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"65841\" title=\"Baghali Polo\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Baghali Polo\" class=\"wp-image-65841\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-2-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-2-705x470.jpg 705w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-2.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Baghali polo with chicken<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-3.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"581\" data-id=\"65842\" title=\"Baghali Polo\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-3.jpg\" alt=\"Baghali Polo\" class=\"wp-image-65842\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-3.jpg 775w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-3-627x470.jpg 627w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Baghali-Polo-3-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Baghali polo with lamb<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-serving-baghali-polo\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"serving-baghali-polo\"><\/span>Serving Baghali Polo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fluff the Rice<\/strong>: Gently mix the rice and beans without breaking the grains.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serve Hot<\/strong>: Serve Baghali Polo hot, either on its own or accompanied by lamb, chicken, or fish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Garnish<\/strong>: Optionally, garnish with additional saffron or fried onions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-perfect-baghali-polo\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tips-for-perfect-baghali-polo\"><\/span>Tips for Perfect Baghali Polo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rice Quality<\/strong>: Use high-quality basmati rice for the best flavor and texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Soaking Rice<\/strong>: Soaking helps the rice cook evenly and become fluffy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Steam Cooking<\/strong>: The steam cooking method is crucial for the perfect texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Baghali Polo is a celebration of flavors and a testament to the sophistication of Persian cuisine. It&#8217;s a dish that&#8217;s as enjoyable to prepare as it is to eat. For more insights into Persian cooking, explore <a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/10-best-persian-foods-try\/\">10 Best Persian Foods to Try<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read More<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-related-links\"><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\/eating-in-grand-bazar-of-tehran\/\">A Culinary Journey Through Tehran&#8217;s Grand Bazaar<\/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\/guide-vegetarians-traveling-iran\/\">Vegetarians in Iran \u2013 A Guide for Vegetarians Traveling to Iran<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/rice-in-iran-history-cultivation-and-traditions\/\">All About Rice in Iran: History, Cultivation and Traditional Iranian Rice-Based Foods<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-bottom\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;65815&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;bottom&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;5\\\/5 - (1 vote)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;16&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Baghali Polo Recipe&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;102.5&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; 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