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Meygoo Polo

Delicious Meygoo Polo: A Cozy Persian Prawn Rice Dish

Experience the delightful flavors of Meygoo Polo, an exquisite Persian prawn rice dish that captivates your palate.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Persian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Ghee or Butter/Oil
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust based on dietary needs
For the Herbs
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 bunch Fresh Dill
  • 1 tablespoon Fenugreek Leaves dried
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Spice Mix adjust or simplify as desired
For the Rice and Prawns
  • 2 cups Rice Long Grain, soaked
  • 8 cups Water for boiling
  • 1 pinch Ground Saffron optional
  • 1 pound Prawns shelled and cleaned
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Ghee
For the Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice can substitute with lemon
  • 2 stalks Green Onion optional, chopped
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro finely chopped

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • large pot
  • non-stick pot
  • separate pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, melt ghee over medium heat. Sauté sliced onion for about 15 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Add minced garlic, cumin seeds, and turmeric to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in fresh cilantro, dill, and dried fenugreek leaves. Mix and set aside.
  4. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add soaked rice and cook for 5-8 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. In a non-stick pot, melt ghee over low heat. Layer saffron-infused rice at the base to create Tahdig.
  6. Layer remaining rice and herb mixture alternately in the pot. Gently fluff rice while ensuring the Tahdig remains intact.
  7. Cover the pot and steam rice on medium-low heat for 45 minutes.
  8. In a separate pan, heat olive oil. Sauté prawns seasoned with spice mix for about 2 minutes per side.
  9. Remove prawns and drizzle with lime juice. Serve rice on a platter and arrange prawns on top, garnish accordingly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

To achieve the perfect texture, be careful not to overcook the prawns and ensure proper steaming of the rice.

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