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Saffron Rice

Try the world's most expensive spice in a budget-friendly side dish.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 204 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 pinch saffron threads roughly 20 to 30 threads
  • 2 tablespoons warm water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Rinse basmati rice in a strainer or fine mesh sieve under cold water until the water runs clear. This is an important step to remove excess starch and create fluffy rice.
  2. In a small bowl, steep the saffron threads in the warm water for 5 minutes to release their flavor and color. You should be able to submerge your finger in the water, otherwise it is too hot.
  3. Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add olive oil, then once hot, add the rinsed rice and sauté for 2 minutes.
  4. Add vegetable broth, salt, and the saffron water, and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. When boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer for 18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove from heat and let the rice stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Then, fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 204kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 646mg (27%) Potassium 53mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 188IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.01mg (0%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 204

% Daily Value*

Calories 204kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 646mg 27%
Potassium 53mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 188IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.01mg 0%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.