Chicken with Advieh Stuffing

Advieh is a spice mixture that is used in Persian cuisine.It varies from region to region but generally includes equal amounts (1tsp. each) of ground cumin, ground cardamon,ground coriander,ground cinnamon, and ground dried rose petals.Dried ground rose petals are always included in this mixture.It is mainly used in rice dishes,stews, and in stuffings.Some people prefer a more "fragrant"advieh and add more cinnamon, saffron, and pistachios.For a more "spicy"advieh, black pepper, ground cloves, and turmeric are added.

Below is my recipe for roast chicken with rice stuffing using this persian spice mixture.You can serve this dish with any steamed vegetables.

4 Servings

Ingredients:

1-7lb. whole chicken, cleaned, rinsed

2 tsp. salt

1/2 onion,finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, mashed

1/2 c basmati rice, soaked, rinsed

2 Tbsp. advieh

1 c chicken broth or water

1/4 c raisins

3 Tbsp. pistachio pieces

1/2 c stock or water

1. Remove excess fat from chicken.Rub chicken allover with 1tsp. salt.


2. In a non-stick skillet, brown the onions and garlic in 1 Tbsp.of oil over medium heat.Add the rice, advieh, and the remaining salt.Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.


3. Add chicken broth.Cover and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.


4. Preheat oven to 350F.


5. Remove pan from heat, add the raisins and pistachios.Mix well.


6. Place chicken in an oven-proof dish and stuff with advieh rice mixture.Pour remaining stock or water over chicken and cover with aluminum foil.


7. Roast chicken for 1 1/2 hours.Baste occasionally.


8. Serve chicken with steamed vegetables.