Rinse the Basmati Rice thoroughly to remove excess starch.

Combine the rinsed rice with water and salt in a pot, and bring to a boil.

Add the barberries, orange peel, shredded carrots, honey or sugar, raisins, advieh spice mix, saffron, and chopped onion to the pot.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked and water is absorbed.

In a separate pan, heat the olive or avocado oil and butter or ghee.

Stir in the almonds or pistachios and sauté until golden.

Fluff the rice with a fork and gently fold in the sautéed nut mixture and yogurt.

If using chicken, add it in at this stage and mix well.

Serve warm.