Gulf States Coast
Muhammar (Bahrain Sweet Rice)
Steamed basmati rice, warmed with saffron and rose water, a Gulf side dish. Finish with melted butter.
40 min · Serves 8 · Easy
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Ingredients
Method
Start cooking mode- Prep 10 min · Cook 30 min · 40 min total
- easy
- 1
In a saucepan, bring 6 cups of water to a boil; stir in rice and parboil for 8 minutes then drain.
- 2
Stir sugar into the drained rice. In a saucepan (use the same one), heat the ghee or butter, then add the sweetened rice; sprinkle the rose water mixture over the top.
- 3
Cover the rim of the saucepan with a cloth or use paper towels to form a tight seal when the lid is placed on the pan; steam over very low heat until rice is tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.
- 4
Transfer to a serving platter and top with additional melted butter if desired.
Notes and swaps
- Not assessed yet. Check each ingredient if you have an allergy.


