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

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

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

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

NUTRITION INFORMATION:

Serving: 1 serving Calories: 200cal (10%) Carbohydrates: 40g (13%) Protein: 4g (8%) Fat: 3g (5%) Saturated Fat: 0.5g (3%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 1.5g Trans Fat: 0g Cholesterol: 0mg (0%) Sodium: 200mg (9%) Potassium: 150mg (4%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 0g (0%) Vitamin A: 0IU (0%) Vitamin C: 0mg (0%) Calcium: 2mg (0%) Iron: 10mg (56%)

Keywords: rice, Saffron, Vegetarian

Notes

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

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