Tahchin Shahmirzadi is A Local and Traditional Dish from Semnan Province. One of the main components of Iranian cuisine in recent years has been rice, and tahchin is at the top of rice dishes in the Iranian diet, and Semnan Province is no exception to this rule. Tahchin from Garmsar, tahchin from Damghan, and tahchin from other cities of Semnan are each unique in their own way, but tahchin from the city of Mirzadi is a special and unique phenomenon. Tahchin from the city of Mirzadi is one of the local and traditional dishes of Semnan Province and Shahmirzad County. Shahmirzad is a summer resort area in Semnan Province, located 25 kilometers from the province, known for its pleasant and summer-like climate, making it one of the most important tourist destinations. Therefore, its dried fruits and dishes are very delightful and pleasant. Next, we will discuss how to prepare this delicious and popular dish.
Ingredients for Three People
- Rice: 2.5 cups
- Lentils: 1 cup, cooked
- Chopped herbs: 250 grams
- Lamb meat: 500 grams
- Spices including turmeric, black pepper, and mixed spices as needed.
Ingredients for Garnish
- Small beets: 3 pieces
- Small potatoes: 3 pieces, one of which should be sliced.
- Small kohlrabi: 2 pieces
- Small fried eggplants: 2 pieces
- Sour grapes and sautéed spinach with fried onions, totaling 150 grams
- Dried plums: 50 grams
Cooking Instructions of Tahchin Shahmirzadi
First, wash the rice and soak it in salted water. Cut the meat into layers and season it with salt, pepper, and spices. Boil the rice slightly and before it becomes completely soft, add the lentils and herbs, then wait for a while as needed, and finally drain it in a colander.
Divide the rice into three parts and pour turmeric and oil into the bottom of the pot, spreading the first layer of rice at the bottom. Place the layers of meat on top of the first layer, and then spread more rice over this layer. At this stage, add the garnish ingredients on top of this layer of rice and again add more white rice over this layer. The fifth layer is the white rice that covers the entire surface. Place the pot on a very low flame and let it steam until it is well cooked through. After the rice has steamed well and the meat is thoroughly cooked, turn off the flame and wait a bit for it to cool down. Invert the tahchin onto a large plate and arrange the garnish around it. Tahchin Shahmirzadi is a feast in itself and has a global reputation. We hope that in the not-so-distant future, we will host you in Iran, Semnan Province, and its famous summer resort, Mirzadi, and invite you to enjoy this delicious and delightful dish. The Sana persian team is ready to host you. Looking forward to that day.
