Zareens' Saffron Rice Recipe

Name: Zareens' Saffron Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. basmati rice or other long grain white rice; 1 tsp. saffron threads; 3 Tbsp. plus 4 c. boiling water; 6 Tbsp. oil; 2-inch piece cinnamon stick; 4 whole cloves; 1 c. chopped onions; 1 Tbsp. brown sugar; 2 tsp. salt; 3 cardamon seeds

Servings: persons

2 c. basmati rice or other long grain white rice
1 tsp. saffron threads
3 Tbsp. plus 4 c. boiling water
6 Tbsp. oil
2-inch piece cinnamon stick
4 whole cloves
1 c. chopped onions
1 Tbsp. brown sugar
2 tsp. salt
3 cardamon seeds

1
Pour rice in colander and set in pot of cold water.
2
Change water 4 or 5 times; wash rice until water remains clear.
3
Drain rice.
4
Place saffron in bowl with 3 tablespoons boiling water and soak for 10 minutes.
5
In 3 to 4-quart pot, heat oil to medium.
6
Add cinnamon and cloves, then add onions.
7
Fry until onions are soft and brown.
8
Add rice in and stir until rice browns.
9
Add 4 cups of water (boiling), brown sugar, salt and cardamon seeds and bring to boil over high heat.
10
Add saffron and reduce heat.
11
Cover and heat for 25 minutes.
12
Fluff rice with fork and serve at once.

892

kcal

Calories

Fat

144

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. basmati rice or other long grain white rice, 1 tsp. saffron threads, 3 Tbsp. plus 4 c. boiling water, 6 Tbsp. oil, and more.

Yes, Zareens' 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.

Zareens' Saffron Rice

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