Saffron Pilaf Recipe

Name: Saffron Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon warm water; 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads, crumbled; 1 1/3 cups uncooked basmati rice; 2 cups cold water; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 3 whole cloves; 2 bay leaves; 2 1/4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons raisins; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon warm water
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads, crumbled
1 1/3 cups uncooked basmati rice
2 cups cold water
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
3 whole cloves
2 bay leaves
2 1/4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons raisins
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

1
Combine warm water and saffron.
2
Rinse rice well; drain. Combine rice and 2 cups cold water in a bowl, and let stand 30 minutes to 2 hours. Drain.
3
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add cloves and bay leaves; cook 1 1/2 minutes, stirring occasionally (be careful not to burn the bay leaves). Stir in saffron mixture, rice, broth, raisins, and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 5 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Discard cloves and bay leaves; sprinkle with almonds.

499

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon warm water, 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads, crumbled, 1 1/3 cups uncooked basmati rice, 2 cups cold water, and more.

Yes, Saffron Pilaf falls under the Soups & Stews 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 Pilaf

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