Say hello to my favourite dessert growing up! Sholeh zard is an aromatic Persian rice pudding dish made with rosewater, saffron and sugar. It’s slowly cooked and makes your house smell amazing.My mom used to make this only for special occasions, but truth be told, it’s quite easy to whip up. Its vibrant yellow colour is due to the saffron — a very common spice in Persian households! While you can serve it as is, it is usually decorated with cinnamon, dried rose petals and slivered pistachios.Related: Marinated Persian Olives With Whipped Ricotta