Reshteh Polo

Reshtah palaw is a traditional rice dish originating from Persia, popular both in Iran and Afghanistan. Also known as noodle rice, the dish is usually made with a combination of basmati rice, thin dried egg noodles, sunflower oil, and diced onions. The noodles are broken into small pieces and dry-roasted in a pan over medium heat until golden brown. The soaked rice is cooked in boiling salted water and mixed with the noodles. The rice and noodles are mixed with sautéed onions and the mixture is then steamed until the rice is fully cooked (but not overcooked). The dish is served on a large platter and it's usually paired with curries.