Sabzi Polo ba Mahi
Green herb rice with pan fried white fish and lemon. The traditional Persian New Year meal.
- Time1 hr 10
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £2.25 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Rinse and soak the rice with 1 teaspoon salt for 30 minutes. Drain.
30 min - 2
Boil the rice in salted water for 5 minutes, drain. Mix with the herbs and garlic.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan, layer in the herb rice and steam on low under a tea towel wrapped lid for 35 minutes.
35 min - 4
Mix the gluten free flour, turmeric and a pinch of salt. Dust the fish.
- 5
Fry the fish in the remaining oil for 3 to 4 minutes each side until golden and the flesh flakes easily.
8 min - 6
Serve the herb rice with the fish and lemon wedges.
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