Saffron Rice Recipe

Name: Saffron Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups basmati rice; 1 teaspoon saffron thread; 3 tablespoons boiling water or 3 tablespoons chicken broth, plus; 4 cups boiling water or 4 cups chicken broth; 6 tablespoons ghee or 6 tablespoons butter; 2 inches cinnamon sticks; 4 whole cloves; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 1 minced garlic clove; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

Servings: persons

2 cups basmati rice
1 teaspoon saffron thread
3 tablespoons boiling water or 3 tablespoons chicken broth, plus
4 cups boiling water or 4 cups chicken broth
6 tablespoons ghee or 6 tablespoons butter
2 inches cinnamon sticks
4 whole cloves
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 minced garlic clove
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

1
Place the saffron in a small bowl and cover with 3 tablespoons of boiling water.
2
Soak for 10 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, heat the butter over moderate heat in a large 3 or 4 quart stockpot.
4
Add the cinnamon and cloves and stir well.
5
Add the onions, garlic and saute for about 2 minutes.
6
Add the rice and stir for about 5 minutes.
7
Pour in the 4 cups of boiling water or broth, salt, and the cardamom.
8
Bring to a boil over high heat.
9
Add the saffron and its soaking water.
10
Stir gently.
11
Cover, reduce heat, and cook for 25 minutes.
12
Fluff, remove cloves and cinnamon sticks and serve hot.

1083

kcal

Calories

Fat

127

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups basmati rice, 1 teaspoon saffron thread, 3 tablespoons boiling water or 3 tablespoons chicken broth, plus, 4 cups boiling water or 4 cups chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Saffron 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 Rice

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