Mastering the crusty golden layer that develops at the bottom of this Persian rice dish is a revered skill. “New wives are judged on their tahdig,” she explains. And getting your fair share of ...

Chelow (Steamed White Rice) and Tahdig (Crunchy Rice): The most esteemed among Persian rice dishes, chelow is is snow-white, fragrant steamed rice with light and fluffy, separate grains.