Description
Enjoy the exotic flavors of saffron in this aromatic Saffron Rice recipe. Perfect as a side dish or paired with your favorite protein, this dish is sure to impress with its vibrant color and rich taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (such as basmati or jasmine)
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 small bay leaf (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Saffron: In a small bowl, combine saffron threads with warm water and let steep for 5–10 minutes.
- Toast Rice: Melt butter (or heat oil) in a saucepan, toast rice until fragrant.
- Cook Rice: Add broth, saffron water, salt, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15–18 minutes.
- Finish: Remove from heat, let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Notes
- For richer flavor, use chicken broth and add a pinch of ground cumin.
- Pair with grilled chicken, lamb, or Mediterranean vegetables.
- Enhance with peas or toasted almonds for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
