There is no doubt that Persian rice plays an influential role in Iranian cuisine. Rice with long grains, such as white rice, is usually used to make Persian steamed rice. Steaming makes the grains hold their shape better and prevents them from sticking together. In this way, long grains of fluffy steamed rice are created. Aside from strengthening metabolism and skin care, rice can also help digestion, reduce high blood pressure, help you lose weight, strengthen your immune system, and protect you against dysentery, cancer, and heart disease. Moreover, the Iranian style of cooking rice and the varieties of rice seem unbelievable. There are also a few other tricks that you won't find in other rice-loving nations when cooking rice in Iran. Washing, soaking, boiling, draining, and finally steaming rice are the five steps involved in the Persian Method of preparing rice.
