Join host Kae Sprung on Sprung on Food as she dives deep into the crispy, golden world of tahdig with actor, writer, and comedian Ruha Taslimi. Discover the history, techniques, and cultural significance behind Iran's beloved crispy rice. From family traditions to modern-day adaptations, this episode is a delicious journey through one of Persian cuisine's most treasured creations. Don't miss the laughter, insights, and the ultimate guide to making the perfect tahdig!
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Sprung On Food is a digital and podcast series, hosted by Katherine "Kae" Sprung, an award-winning pastry chef and food and media entrepreneur. This season, we're talking about favorite foods- the history behind them and the role they play in the world today. Each episode features a special guest to talk about their favorite food, and help comment on the historical origins and pop-cultural and modern society moments tied to that food. Its food history meets food pop-culture, a dose of education, with sprinkles of comedy.
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00:00 Introduction to Tahdig
00:16 Guest Introduction: Ruha Taslimi
00:28 Ruha's Love for Tahdig
02:28 Making Tahdig: Techniques and Variations
06:07 The Cultural Significance of Tahdig
11:14 Historical Origins of Tahdig
20:29 Tahdig in Modern Pop Culture
27:00 Conclusion and Farewell