Preparation :Cook rice
with 3 1/3 cups of water over low heat for 30
minutes or until tender. Dissolve starch in ½
cup of cold water in a bowl. Blend into rice stirring
constantly and mixing well. Cook over low heat
for 5 minutes stirring constantly. Reduce heat.
Place saffron and ½ cup of water in a small
saucepan. Boil 5 minutes; strain. Stir in rice.
Add sugar mixing well. Cook over very low heat
for 1 minute or until sugar is dissolved. Remove
from heat. Stir in rose water. Pour into individual
dessert bowls or cups. Cool and sprinkle with
currants, chopped hazelnuts and pomegranates seeds.
Serve chilled.
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