Saffron Rice
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
233 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Asian, Mediterranean, Indian
Saffron Rice
Description
This recipe starts by melting butter in a skillet and softening diced onions, followed by cooking minced garlic and saffron threads briefly to release their aromas. Adding basmati rice allows the grains to toast lightly before simmering in chicken broth seasoned with salt and black pepper.
Covered and simmered over medium-low heat, the rice absorbs the broth and cooks until tender and liquid-free. The saffron imparts a subtle floral and earthy aroma with a golden hue, while the onions and garlic contribute savory complexity.
After cooking, the rice is fluffed and mixed with chopped parsley, adding a fresh, herbal note. This dish pairs well as a side to various protein dishes or can stand as a fragrant base in a meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup yellow onion diced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon saffron threads
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- parsley chopped, to taste
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet with a lid. Add the onions and cook until soft. Add the garlic and saffron threads. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add the rice and stir.
- Add the chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil and then cover, reduce heat to medium low, and cook for 17 minutes. You'll know it is done when the liquid is gone from the pot and the rice is soft.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, stir in the parsley, and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute butter with ghee, coconut oil, or vegetable oil depending on preference.
- Chicken broth can be swapped for vegetable stock for a vegetarian option.
- Look for affordable saffron sources like Trader Joe's to keep costs reasonable.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 233 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 233kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 375mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 102mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 177IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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