Sholezard

Sholezard (also known as zard birinj (Persian: زرد برنج) or zarda)^[1] is a rice pudding composed of saffron, sugar, rose water,^[2] butter, cinnamon and cardamom. It is often made and distributed in substantial quantities in religious ceremonies.^[3]

CourseDessert

Place of origin Iran

Associated cuisineIranian cuisine

Main ingredientsRice, saffron, sugar, rose water and cinnamon powder

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Sholezard

Sholezard topped with cinnamon and almonds
Course	Dessert
Place of origin	Iran
Associated cuisine	Iranian cuisine
Main ingredients	Rice, saffron, sugar, rose water and cinnamon powder
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Sholezard is a traditional Iranian dessert that is yellow due to the presence of saffron and is topped with cinnamon, almond slices, and pistachio slices. Sholezard is generally cooked in one way, and it is especially used for breaking the fast during the month of Ramadan. It has a creamy and smooth consistency, despite not being made with cream or milk.^[4]