{"id":5494,"date":"2026-03-29T14:16:39","date_gmt":"2026-03-29T12:16:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/?p=5494"},"modified":"2026-03-29T14:16:39","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T12:16:39","slug":"tahchin-e-morgh-persian-saffron-rice-cake-with-a-golden-tahdig-crust","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/tahchin-e-morgh-persian-saffron-rice-cake-with-a-golden-tahdig-crust\/","title":{"rendered":"Tahchin-e Morgh \u2013 Persian Saffron Rice Cake with a Golden Tahdig Crust"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine cutting into a golden, crispy rice cake and discovering layers of tender, saffron-marinated chicken hidden inside. That\u2019s <strong>Tahchin-e Morgh \u2013 Persian Saffron Rice Cake with a Golden Tahdig Crust,<\/strong> one of the most iconic dishes of Persian cuisine. It is more than just a meal, it\u2019s a showstopper. This aromatic Persian saffron rice cake is famous for its beautiful golden look and hidden layers of tender, marinated chicken.<\/p>\n<p>The name itself tells a story: &#8220;<strong>Tah&#8221; means bottom, <\/strong>and<strong> &#8220;Chin&#8221; means to arrange<\/strong>. Together, Tahchin describes how the ingredients are carefully layered or &#8220;arranged on the bottom&#8221; of the pot to create a masterpiece. When flipped onto a plate, the rice cake reveals its crispy, golden exterior and soft, aromatic interior. It\u2019s sliced like a cake, and every guest gets a piece of that irresistible crust. No wonder Tahchin-e Morgh is often served at weddings, celebrations, and festive gatherings.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-11.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5508\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-11-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-11-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-11-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-11-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-11.jpg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-7.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5504\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-7-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-7-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-7-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-7-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-7.jpg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>WHY YOU&#8217;LL LOVE TAHCHIN MORGH<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Crispy<\/strong> golden saffron rice crust<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tender<\/strong>, flavorful marinated chicken<\/li>\n<li>Perfect for dinner <strong>parties<\/strong> and holidays<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>centerpiece dish<\/strong> that looks as good as it tastes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Authentic Persian comfort food<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>WHAT IS TAHDIG?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tahdig<\/strong> is the crispy, buttery, and aromatic rice crust that forms at the bottom of the pot. When you serve Tahchin, you slice it just like a cake so that every guest gets a piece of that perfect, crunchy crust. Find a lot of Rice Dishes on my Blog with different Tahdig recipes, as<\/p>\n<h2>THE FINAL TOUCH &#8211; FLAVOR AND CRUNCH<\/h2>\n<p>To make the dish truly shine, we decorate it with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Caramelized Barberries<\/strong>: For a bright, sweet, and sour pop of flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pistachio Slivers:<\/strong> For an extra layer of crunch and a beautiful green color.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether it\u2019s a holiday, a birthday, or a cozy Sunday dinner, Tahchin is the perfect choice for a special occasion. It looks like a piece of art and tastes even better!<\/p>\n<h2>MORE WAYS TO ENJOY TAHCHIN<\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Discover Different Types of Tahchin<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>While Tahchin originally hails from <strong>Semnan<\/strong> (a city about 200 km east of Tehran), kitchens all across Iran now serve this beloved dish. The beauty of this rice cake is its <strong>versatility<\/strong>. While chicken is the classic choice, we love filling our rice cakes with <strong>different vegetables or meats<\/strong>. Semnan also gave us <strong>Sheermal<\/strong>, a famous Persian milk bread.<\/p>\n<p>Every region adds its own twist to this golden cake:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shiraz Style<\/strong>: Often includes layers of fried eggplant with the chicken.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Southern Iran:<\/strong> Swaps the chicken for fresh, local fish.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vegetarian<\/strong>: Features vibrant herbs or green spinach layers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>My Secret Tip<\/strong>: Some recipes use whole eggs, but I recommend using <strong>only the egg yolks<\/strong>. This prevents a strong &#8220;eggy&#8221; smell and creates a much richer flavor. Save your leftover egg whites to bake a <a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/ghorabieh-persian-almond-macarons-%d9%82%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%a8%db%8c%d9%87\/\"><strong>Ghorabieh<\/strong> \u2013 Persian Almond Macarons \u0642\u0631\u0627\u0628\u06cc\u0647<\/a> &#8211; \u00a0for dessert!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Hunchen-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5513\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Hunchen-1-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Hunchen-1-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Hunchen-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Hunchen-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Hunchen-1.jpg 853w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>GOLDEN RULES FOR THE PERFECT TAHCHIN<\/h2>\n<p>Follow these rules to ensure a &#8220;masterpiece&#8221; every time:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Choose Quality Rice:<\/strong> Use high-quality, long-grain Basmati rice for the best aroma.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prep the Rice:<\/strong> Wash the rice thoroughly and soak it for at least 2 hours. Boil it al dente so it stays firm when mixed with the yogurt.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Chicken Secret:<\/strong> Boil the chicken with a little water, onion, and Advieh (Persian spice mix). Do not fry it. Shred the cooled chicken and marinate it in the saffron-yogurt mix overnight.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Perfect Marinade:<\/strong> Use only egg yolks and a splash of oil. For a floral touch, add a teaspoon of rose water.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Thick Yogurt is Key<\/strong>: Use a thick, sour yogurt (like Mast-e Chekideh or greek yogurt) so the rice doesn&#8217;t get soggy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Treat Saffron with Care<\/strong>: Grind your saffron threads and steep them in 40ml of boiling water for 10 minutes to unlock the full color and scent.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Low and Slow<\/strong>: Keep the heat low to steam the rice gently. This creates a beautiful golden crust without burning the Tahdig.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The &#8220;Border&#8221; Technique:<\/strong> When layering, leave a 2cm gap between the chicken and the edge of the pan. Fill this gap with rice so the chicken stays hidden and the cake looks clean.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Press Firmly:<\/strong> Use a large spoon to press the layers down hard. This ensures the cake holds its shape when you slice it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Non-Stick is Your Friend:<\/strong> Always use a well-coated <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bi3UzH\">non-stick pot*<\/a><\/strong> or a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reishunger.de\/produkt\/1376\/digitaler-reiskocher\/?a_aid=5cc6c041f23ba\">rice cooker*<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Garnish:<\/strong> Decorate with caramelized barberries and pistachio slivers for that final sweet-tart crunch!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The result? A crunchy, deeply aromatic crust that contrasts beautifully with the soft, saffron-infused rice inside.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-1.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5726\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-1-801x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"801\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-1-801x1024.jpeg 801w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-1-235x300.jpeg 235w, 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Persian Saffron Rice Cake with a Golden Tahdig Crust\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-5-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-5-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-5-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-5.jpeg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/tahchin-e-morgh-persian-saffron-rice-cake-with-a-golden-tahdig-crust\/tah-chin-e-morgh-safran-reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-huhnchen-35\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-3-683x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Tahchin-e Morgh \u2013 Persian Saffron Rice Cake with a Golden Tahdig Crust\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-3-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-3-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-3-768x1151.jpeg 768w, 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srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-2-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-2-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-2-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-2.jpeg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/tahchin-e-morgh-persian-saffron-rice-cake-with-a-golden-tahdig-crust\/tah-chin-e-morgh-safran-reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-huhnchen-32\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-683x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Tahchin-e Morgh \u2013 Persian Saffron Rice Cake with a Golden Tahdig Crust\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen.jpeg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5729\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4-625x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"671\" height=\"1099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4-625x1024.jpeg 625w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4-183x300.jpeg 183w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4-768x1259.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4.jpeg 781w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 671px) 100vw, 671px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>MINI TAHCHIN &#8211; PERFCT INDIVIDUAL PORTIONS<\/h2>\n<p>If you want to impress your guests with individual servings, try using muffin tins or small oven-safe moulds. First, generously grease each tin with butter or oil to ensure the rice slides out easily. Press the saffron-yogurt rice firmly into the bottom and sides, add your marinated chicken in the center, and cover with more rice, pressing down again to pack it tightly. Bake these mini treats in a preheated oven at 190\u00b0C (375\u00b0F) for 30\u201340 minutes. These bite-sized golden cakes create more surface area for that delicious, crispy crust\u2014meaning everyone gets their own perfect piece of Tahdig!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-14.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5511\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-14-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-14-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-14-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-14-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-14.jpg 853w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>HOW TO BAKE TAHCHIN IN AN OVEN DISH<\/h2>\n<p>You don&#8217;t need a stovetop to make a perfect Tahchin! To use a baking dish:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Preheat<\/strong> your oven to 190\u00b0C (375\u00b0F).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grease<\/strong> your dish thoroughly with butter or oil.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Layer<\/strong> the rice and chicken as described in the recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cover<\/strong> the dish tightly with aluminum foil and poke a few holes with a fork to let steam escape.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake<\/strong> on the middle rack for 90 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-10.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5507\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-10-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-10-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-10-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-10-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-10.jpg 853w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-3' class='gallery galleryid-5494 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/tahchin-e-morgh-persian-saffron-rice-cake-with-a-golden-tahdig-crust\/tah-chin-e-morgh-safran-reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-huhnchen-16\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-682x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-768x1152.jpg 768w, 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https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-5.jpg 853w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">INGREDIENTS TAHCHIN MORGH<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">(Serves 4) or in Muffin Tin 12<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">INGREDIENTS FOR THE CHICKEN FILLING<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1 onion, quartered<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">2 bay leaves<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1 tsp Advieh (Persian spice mix)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">2 chicken legs<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1 whole chicken breast<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Salt and pepper<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">500 g basmati rice<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">INGREDIENTS SAFFRON YOGURT MARINADE<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1\u00bd tsp <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2y18gKD\">saffron threads<\/a>*<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">2 eggs (yolks only)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">500 g strained yogurt (labneh)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1 tsp oil<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">INGREDIENTS FOR THE GARNISH<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">100 g <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4q5YTho\">barberries<\/a>*<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1 tbsp <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4c8LDEK\">ghee<\/a>*<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">1 tbsp brown sugar<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">50 g <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3PMg8ro\">slivered pistachios<\/a>*<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>HOW TO MAKE TAHCHIN MORGH<\/h2>\n<h3><strong>1. PREPARE THE CHICKEN (DAY BEFORE)\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>To get that &#8220;fall-off-the-bone&#8221; texture, start your prep a day in advance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Simmer<\/strong>: Place the chicken legs, breast, quartered onion, and bay leaves in a pot. Season with Advieh, salt, and pepper. Add just enough water to cover the meat.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cook<\/strong>: Bring to a boil, then lower the heat. Simmer for about 90 minutes until the meat is incredibly tender.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shred<\/strong>: Lift the chicken out with a slotted spoon. Once cool, use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Save the Gold:<\/strong> Strain the cooking liquid (chicken broth) and store it in the fridge overnight.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. PREPARE THE SAFFRON YOGURT MARINADE\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Bloom the Saffron:<\/strong> Grind your saffron threads and dissolve them in 40 ml of boiling water. Cover with a small saucer and let it steep for 10 min.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Combine<\/strong>: Separate your eggs (keep only the yolks!). Whisk the yolks with the Labneh (or Mast-e Chekideh) and the vibrant bloomed saffron.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Marinate<\/strong>: Toss your shredded chicken into this creamy mix. Cover and let it marinate in the fridge overnight to soak up all the flavor.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. PREPARE THE RICE\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Soak<\/strong>: On the day of cooking, wash the Basmati rice thoroughly until the water runs clear. Soak it in salted water for 2 hours.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Parboil<\/strong>: Boil 2\u20133 liters of salted water. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the boiling water. Cook for 3\u20136 minutes until al dente\u2014the grains should be soft on the outside but still have a firm &#8220;bite&#8221; in the center. Drain in a sieve.<\/p>\n<h3>4. ASSEMBLE THE RICE CAKE<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Prep the Chicken:<\/strong> Remove the chicken from the marinade. Gently pat the pieces with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Season once more with salt, pepper, and Advieh.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Saffron Rice:<\/strong> Take 1\/3 of your parboiled rice and set it aside (this stays white). Mix the remaining 2\/3 of the rice into the saffron-yogurt marinade until every grain is golden.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Layer like a Pro:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pour a generous amount of oil into a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bi3UzH\">non-stick pot*<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reishunger.de\/produkt\/1376\/digitaler-reiskocher\/?a_aid=5cc6c041f23ba\">rice cooker<\/a>*<\/strong>.<br \/>\nSpread a layer of the saffron-yogurt rice on the bottom.<br \/>\nArrange the chicken on top, leaving a 2 cm border around the edges.<br \/>\nDrizzle one ladle of your reserved chicken broth over the chicken and press down firmly.<br \/>\nCover with the rest of the saffron rice, add another ladle of broth, and press down again.<br \/>\nFinish with a final layer of the plain white rice and the remaining broth.<\/p>\n<h3>5. THE SLOW STEAM<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Heat<\/strong>: Cook on high heat for 5\u201310 minutes to start the crust.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steam<\/strong>: Wrap the pot lid in a clean kitchen towel and fit it tightly onto the pot. Turn the heat to the lowest setting and let it steam for 90 minutes. This slow process creates the legendary golden Tahdig crust.<\/p>\n<h3>6. THE FINAL TOUCHES &#8211; GARNISH &amp; SERVE<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Prepare the Jewels:<\/strong> Soak the barberries for 30 minutes, drain, and pat dry. Melt Ghee and sugar in a pan, then briefly toss the barberries until they shine. Toast the pistachio slivers in a dry pan until fragrant (don&#8217;t let them burn!).<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Flip:<\/strong> Here is the trick! Fill your sink with a little cold water. Place the bottom of the hot pot into the water for a few seconds, his helps the crust release perfectly.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Reveal<\/strong>: Place a large plate upside down over the pot. Take a deep breath, flip it over, and gently shake it until the cake slides out.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>SERVING SUGGESTION<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Garnish your masterpiece with the glistening barberries and green pistachios. Slice it at the table like a cake so everyone gets a piece of the crispy crust.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pairs perfectly with<\/strong>: A fresh <strong>Salad Shirazi<\/strong> or a cooling bowl of Mast-o Khiyar (cucumber yogurt).<\/p>\n<p>Befarmayid<\/p>\n<p>Susan<\/p>\n<p>The items marked with * are affiliate links, referral links. If you buy through this link, I get a small commission. The price stays the same for you and you can easily support my efforts. A big thank you\u00a0<span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>\u2665<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5501\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-4.jpg 853w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-5495\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"5495\" data-servings=\"4\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-simple\">\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image-container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image\"><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wprm_print\/tahchin-morgh-persian-saffron-rice-cake-with-a-golden-tahdig-crust\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#343434\" d=\"M19,5.09V1c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1H6C5.448,0,5,0.448,5,1v4.09C2.167,5.569,0,8.033,0,11v7c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h4v4c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h12c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-4h4c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-7C24,8.033,21.833,5.569,19,5.09z M7,2h10v3H7V2z M17,22H7v-9h10V22z M18,10c-0.552,0-1-0.448-1-1c0-0.552,0.448-1,1-1s1,0.448,1,1C19,9.552,18.552,10,18,10z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Print<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name\">Tahchin Morgh \u2013 Persian Saffron Rice Cake with a Golden Tahdig Crust<\/h2>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-tags-container\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-times-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-details-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-container\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#000000\" d=\"M10,0C9.4,0,9,0.4,9,1v4H7V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S5,0.4,5,1v4H3V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S1,0.4,1,1v8c0,1.7,1.3,3,3,3v10c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V12c1.7,0,3-1.3,3-3V1C11,0.4,10.6,0,10,0z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#000000\" d=\"M19,0c-3.3,0-6,2.7-6,6v9c0,0.6,0.4,1,1,1h2v6c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V1C20,0.4,19.6,0,19,0z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-servings-name\">Servings<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-servings-5495\">4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-servings-unit\">people<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-author-container\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#343434\" d=\"M13,21h-2H5v2c0,0.6,0.4,1,1,1h12c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1v-2H13z\"\/><path fill=\"#343434\" d=\"M18,4c-0.1,0-0.2,0-0.3,0c-0.8-2.3-3-4-5.7-4S7.2,1.7,6.3,4C6.2,4,6.1,4,6,4c-3.3,0-6,2.7-6,6c0,3,2.2,5.4,5,5.9V19h6v-4h2v4h6v-3.1c2.8-0.5,5-2.9,5-5.9C24,6.7,21.3,4,18,4z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-author-name\">Author<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author\">Labsalliebe<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">INGREDIENTS TAHCHIN MORGH<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">500<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">basmati rice<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">INGREDIENTS FOR THE CHICKEN <\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">onion<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">bay leaves<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Advieh<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">Persian spice mix<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chicken legs<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">whole chicken breast<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Salt and pepper<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">INGREDIENTS SAFFRON YOGURT MARINADE<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\u00bd<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">saffron threads<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">eggs<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">yolks only<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">500<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">strained yogurt<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">labneh<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">oil<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name\">INGREDIENTS FOR THE GARNISH<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">100<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">barberries<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ghee<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">brown sugar<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">50<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pistachios<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes\">slivered<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t \t \t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">HOW TO MAKE TAHCHIN MORGH<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">PREPARE THE CHICKEN (DAY BEFORE)<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">To get that \"fall-off-the-bone\" texture, start your prep a day in advance.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Simmer<\/strong>: Place the chicken legs, breast, quartered onion, and bay leaves in a pot. Season with Advieh, salt, and pepper. Add just enough water to cover the meat.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Cook<\/strong>: Bring to a boil, then lower the heat. Simmer for about 90 minutes until the meat is incredibly tender.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Shred<\/strong>: Lift the chicken out with a slotted spoon. Once cool, use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Save the Gold: <\/strong>Strain the cooking liquid (chicken broth) and store it in the fridge overnight.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">PREPARE THE SAFFRON YOGURT MARINADE<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Bloom the Saffron:<\/strong> Grind your saffron threads and dissolve them in 40 ml of boiling water. Cover with a small saucer and let it steep for 10 min.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Combine<\/strong>: Separate your eggs (keep only the yolks!). Whisk the yolks with the Labneh (or Mast-e Chekideh) and the vibrant bloomed saffron.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Marinate<\/strong>: Toss your shredded chicken into this creamy mix. Cover and let it marinate in the fridge overnight to soak up all the flavor.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">PREPARE THE RICE (THE NEXT DAY)<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Soak<\/strong>: On the day of cooking, wash the Basmati rice thoroughly until the water runs clear. Soak it in salted water for 2 hours.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Parboil<\/strong>: Boil 2\u20133 liters of salted water. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the boiling water. Cook for 3\u20136 minutes until al dente\u2014the grains should be soft on the outside but still have a firm &quot;bite&quot; in the center. Drain in a sieve.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">ASSEMBLE THE RICE CAKE<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Prep the Chicken:<\/strong> Remove the chicken from the marinade. Gently pat the pieces with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Season once more with salt, pepper, and Advieh.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>The Saffron Rice:<\/strong> Take 1\/3 of your parboiled rice and set it aside (this stays white). Mix the remaining 2\/3 of the rice into the saffron-yogurt marinade until every grain is golden.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Layer like a Pro:<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Pour a generous amount of oil into a non-stick pot or rice cooker.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Spread a layer of the saffron-yogurt rice on the bottom.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Arrange the chicken on top, leaving a 2 cm border around the edges.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Drizzle one ladle of your reserved chicken broth over the chicken and press down firmly.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Cover with the rest of the saffron rice, add another ladle of broth, and press down again.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Finish with a final layer of the plain white rice and the remaining broth.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">THE SLOW STEAM<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Heat<\/strong>: Cook on high heat for 5\u201310 minutes to start the crust.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Steam<\/strong>: Wrap the pot lid in a clean kitchen towel and fit it tightly onto the pot. Turn the heat to the lowest setting and let it steam for 90 minutes. This slow process creates the legendary golden Tahdig crust.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">THE FINAL TOUCHES - GARNISH &amp; SERVE<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Prepare the Jewels:<\/strong> Soak the barberries for 30 minutes, drain, and pat dry. Melt Ghee and sugar in a pan, then briefly toss the barberries until they shine. Toast the pistachio slivers in a dry pan until fragrant (don&#039;t let them burn!).<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>The Flip:<\/strong> Here is the trick! Fill your sink with a little cold water. Place the bottom of the hot pot into the water for a few seconds, his helps the crust release perfectly.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>The Reveal: <\/strong>Place a large plate upside down over the pot. Take a deep breath, flip it over, and gently shake it until the cake slides out.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name\">SERVING SUGGESTIONS <\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><p><strong>Garnish<\/strong> your masterpiece with the glistening barberries and green pistachios. Slice it at the table like a cake so everyone gets a piece of the crispy crust.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header\">Recipe Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t<p><span data-slate-fragment=\"JTVCJTdCJTIydHlwZSUyMiUzQSUyMnBhcmFncmFwaCUyMiUyQyUyMmNoaWxkcmVuJTIyJTNBJTVCJTdCJTIydGV4dCUyMiUzQSUyMlBhaXJzJTIwcGVyZmVjdGx5JTIwd2l0aCUzQSUyMEElMjBmcmVzaCUyMFNhbGFkJTIwU2hpcmF6aSUyMG9yJTIwYSUyMGNvb2xpbmclMjBib3dsJTIwb2YlMjBNYXN0LW8lMjBLaGl5YXIlMjAoY3VjdW1iZXIlMjB5b2d1cnQpLiUyMiU3RCU1RCU3RCU1RA==\"><strong>Pairs perfectly with:<\/strong> A fresh Salad Shirazi or a cooling bowl of Mast-o Khiyar (cucumber yogurt).<\/span><\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-13.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5510\" src=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-13-708x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"708\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-13-708x1024.jpg 708w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-13-207x300.jpg 207w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-13-768x1111.jpg 768w, https:\/\/labsalliebe.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/Tah-Chin-e-Morgh-Safran-Reiskuchen-mit-mariniertem-Huhnchen-13.jpg 885w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 708px) 100vw, 708px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Have you cooked this or maybe another delicious recipe of mine? 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This aromatic Persian saffron rice cake is famous for its beautiful golden look and hidden layers of tender, marinated chicken. The name itself tells a story: &#8220;Tah&#8221; means bottom, and &#8220;Chin&#8221; means to arrange. Together, Tahchin describes how the ingredients are carefully layered or &#8220;arranged on the bottom&#8221; of the pot to create a masterpiece. When flipped onto a plate, the rice cake reveals its crispy, golden exterior and soft, aromatic interior. It\u2019s sliced like a cake, and every guest gets a piece of that irresistible crust. 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