Persian-Style Rice with Barberries

One of my favorite things about writing When We Vanished has been learning more about Persian culture (since several main characters are of Iranian descent). Through the years, Ive done a lot of experimenting and have come to love ingredients like rosewater, saffron, fresh mint, nigella seeds, dried limes, and sumac. But one of my absolute favorites is the humble barberry.

Barberries and dried orange peel soaking in a bowl

These small crimson berries are packed with tart flavor and are...