Lubia Polo | Green Bean Rice

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In Episode #58, co-hosts Bita and Beata talk about one of their all time favorite Persian dishes, Lubia Polo! Also spelled Loobia Polo. They uncover what it is, how to make it (both traditional methods and modern, fast and easy tips and tricks), pairings, and lastly the duo wraps up the episode with a touching Ask the Beats question and response.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">After listening to this episode, you will have the tools to make Lubia Polo tonight, or on a future special occasion!</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">What is in lubia polo?</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Basmati rice</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Traditionally a red meat - stewed/cubed or ground</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Variety of spice options that may include the following</span></li> <li style="list-style: none; display: inline"> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Turmeric</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Cinnamon</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Saffron</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Advieh (spice blend or mix - sometimes including cumin, cardamom, rose, ginger, cloves)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Every family and person puts their own spice twist on this dish!</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Modern versions may include different types of meat such as chicken, tofu crumbles or other vegetarian meats like beyond meat or incredible burger meat</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">How do you prepare it?</span></p