Description
Saffron rice is a golden, fragrant dish that adds color, aroma, and flavor to any meal. This easy recipe shows you how to bloom saffron properly and cook fluffy rice every time.
Ingredients
1 cup basmati rice
8–10 saffron threads
2 tbsp warm water (for blooming saffron)
2 cups water or broth (optional)
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
½ tsp salt (to taste)
Instructions
1. Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Bloom saffron threads in warm water for 5–10 minutes.
3. Heat oil or butter in a pot, add rice, and stir for 1–2 minutes.
4. Add water or broth (optional), saffron liquid, and salt. Stir gently.
5. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 15 minutes.
6. Remove from heat, keep covered, and let rest 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Notes
Serve saffron rice with chicken skewers and salad, sous vide chicken breast, or roasted vegetables. Garnish with dried grapes, cashews, or fresh herbs for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg