Saffron Rice
Take basic white rice to the next level with a pinch of this fragrant spice.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch saffron
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 cups water
Instructions
- Start by rinsing the rice a few time till the water runs clear. This will help the rice get nice and fluffy in the end.
- Mix the rice with the remaining ingredients in a saucepan that has a tight fitting lid. Bring to a boil, uncovered. About 5 mins.
- Keep an eye on the rice, once the water evaporates, and the rice starts to have dents appearing on top, turn the heat all the way down and cover. Let the rice steam for at least 10 mins. Turn off the heat and let it sit for another 3-10, undisturbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm with an extra sprinkle of saffron and cumin seeds.
Notes
You have to be careful when buying saffron, since the high price tends to make it susceptible to counterfeit. Real saffron will have a pleasant sweet smell, but will taste almost bitter. And when soaked in water should give off a yellow-orange colour. Not red.