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Saffron Rice

A fragrant and colorful rice dish infused with saffron, perfect as a side or main dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Rice Ingredients
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice Rinsed
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 pinch Saffron Threads Soaked in warm water
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the rinsed basmati rice and stir for a couple of minutes.
  3. Pour in the water and add the saffron along with its soaking water.
  4. Season with salt and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is cooked.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Saffron can be expensive; a little goes a long way in flavor and color.

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