Saffron Basmati Rice Recipe

Name: Saffron Basmati Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 cinnamon stick; 5 green cardamom pods; 5 whole cloves; 1 cup white basmati rice; 1 ⅓ cups water; 5 -7 tablespoons sugar (I only ever use 5); ½ teaspoon salt; 1 pinch saffron (1/8 tsp); ¼ cup shelled pistachio nut, toasted

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cinnamon stick
5 green cardamom pods
5 whole cloves
1 cup white basmati rice
1 ⅓ cups water
5 -7 tablespoons sugar (I only ever use 5)
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch saffron (1/8 tsp)
¼ cup shelled pistachio nut, toasted

1
Heat the oil in a medium saucepan, over medium high heat.
2
Add the cinnamon stick, cardamom and cloves.
3
Saute until the spices are aromatic, about 1 minute, then scoop out with a slotted spoon and discard.
4
Add the rice to the pan and cook, stirring until the rice is evenly coated in oil, and beginning to toast, 1 to 2 minutes.
5
Add the water, sugar, salt and saffron to the pan and bring to a boil over medium high heat, then reduce heat to medium low, partially cover the pan and simmer for 10 minutes.
6
Fully cover the pan and simmer for about 10 minutes longer, until water is completely absorbed.
7
Take pan off heat and let stand 5 minutes without removing lid.
8
Fluff with a fork and stir in the pistachios just before serving.

745

kcal

Calories

Fat

182

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 cinnamon stick, 5 green cardamom pods, 5 whole cloves, and more.

Yes, Saffron Basmati Rice falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Saffron Basmati Rice

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