Tahdig is the crispy layer of rice cooked at the bottom of the pot.

Can tahdig be made vegan?

Yes, substitute butter with olive oil.

How do I get my tahdig crispy?

Cook on low heat and don't add too much water.

Grains

A traditional Persian dish known for its crispy rice base, often enjoyed at special occasions.

Per 100 g

250 kcal

1 serving

500 kcal

(200 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
4 g / 100g	48 g / 100g	7 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 6% · Carbs 71% · Fat 23%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 serving (200 g, 500 kcal) is 25% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 serving takes about 122 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Persian Tahdig is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 137 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Nutty Barley Salad	120	4 g
Turmeric Rice Salad	130	3 g
Wild Rice Pilaf with Cranberries	140	4 g
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa	143	4.1 g
Bulgur and Roasted Veggie Bowl	150	5 g
Persian Tahdig	250	4 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

Serving	Grams	Calories
1 serving	200 g	500 kcal
100g	100 g	250 kcal

5/10

Enjoy in moderation, it's a delightful treat full of flavor.

What is tahdig?: Tahdig is the crispy layer of rice cooked at the bottom of the pot.
Can tahdig be made vegan?: Yes, substitute butter with olive oil.
How do I get my tahdig crispy?: Cook on low heat and don't add too much water.

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