Albaloo polo facts for kids
| Alternative names | Albalu polo, albaloo polow |
|---|---|
| Type | Rice dish |
| Course | Main dish |
| Place of origin |  Iran |
| Region or state | Iran |
| Serving temperature | Hot |
| Main ingredients | rice (sour cherries usually morello cherry,) and several spices such as saffron, advieh, and others for flavoring. |
| Variations | Albaloo polo tahdig |
| Similar dishes | tadig/tahdig, Shirin polow, sabzi polo |
Albaloo polo (Persian: آلبالو پلو) is a delicious Iranian main dish. It is made with rice and sour cherries. This tasty meal is often served with chicken or different kinds of kebab. Sometimes, it comes with stews too.
In the Persian language, albaloo means morello cherry. Polo is a special way of cooking rice, similar to pilaf.
What is Albaloo Polo?
Albaloo polo is a popular meal from Iran. It mixes fluffy rice with the sweet and sour taste of cherries. This creates a unique and flavorful dish. It's a favorite for many families in Iran.
Main Ingredients
The main ingredients for Albaloo polo are simple but important. You will need rice and sour cherries. These cherries are often a type called morello cherries.
The dish also uses special spices. These include saffron and a mix called advieh. These spices give Albaloo polo its wonderful smell and taste.
How is it Served?
Albaloo polo is usually served hot. It often comes with different meats. These can be chicken, koobideh (a type of kebab), or other kinds of kebab. Sometimes, it is served with a thick stew called khoresht.
Albaloo Polo with Tahdig
Sometimes, Albaloo polo is made with a special crunchy bottom layer. This layer is called tahdig. When Albaloo polo has this crunchy part, it's known as albaloo polow ba tahdiq maast. This makes the dish even more interesting to eat!
See also
In Spanish: Albaloo polo para niños
