The Bejewelled Morasa Palau

This is a beautiful piece of art-like food that is served along with other stews and meats to accompany it. Fruits and nuts embellish this fragrant rice that has been cooked along with saffron and orange peel. A bit of butter will keep the rice apart and add creamy richness. Ancient Persia was always about presentation: large silver platters (thaalis), gorgeous ornate bowls in all shapes and sizes, beautiful silverware, glasses, and jugs to enhance the beauty of the food-laden tables