Mazafati dates from the city of Bam, Iran, have a dark brown to black color. They are very soft and have a unique delicious taste.
4 Servings
1. Soak rice in water for 3-4 hours, then cook in salted water for 10-15 minutes using a non-stick pot until it just softens. Drain water and empty the pot. 2. Mix Fried Onion beef or lamb, salt and black pepper and oil, cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes. 3. Add one cup of hot water and cook until water has been mostly absorbed. 4. Wash raisins and dates. Pour 1/2 cup of water and some oil in the non-stick pot. Pour in half of the rice. 5. Follow with meat, lentil, raisins, dates and raisins. Then add in remainder of rice. Cook over low heat for about 20 minutes. 6. Dissolve saffron in 1/3 cup of hot water and pour over the rice. Mix well before serving.
Suggested Sidedish: Yogurt, California Fancy Dates 1Lb.
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