Best 9 Buttery Saffron Potatoes Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our versatile Buttery Saffron Potatoes recipe. Embark on a flavor-packed adventure as you explore three distinct variations – classic, roasted, and hassleback – each offering a unique sensory experience. From the simplicity of the classic preparation to the crispy indulgence of the roasted version and the elegant presentation of the hassleback style, these recipes cater to diverse preferences. The common thread that binds them is the harmonious blend of butter, saffron, and potatoes, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With step-by-step instructions and a treasure trove of tips, this definitive guide will equip you to master the art of creating these delectable dishes. So, don your apron, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary voyage that promises to leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SAFFRON POTATOES



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Categories     Potato     Side     Sauté     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Winter     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Pinch of saffron threads (about 15)
1 1/4 cups water
2 lb medium boiling potatoes (about 7)
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Crumble saffron threads into water.
  • Peel potatoes and cut crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick slices. Rinse potatoes well and pat dry between paper towels.
  • Heat butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then brown potatoes in 1 layer, turning over carefully, about 4 minutes per side. Add saffron-infused water, salt, and pepper and briskly simmer, uncovered, over moderate heat 5 minutes. Reduce heat to moderately low and simmer until potatoes are tender and water is evaporated, about 15 to 20 minutes more.

SAFFRON GARLIC NEW POTATOES



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Provided by The Hearty Boys

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons thinly sliced garlic cloves
1 shallot, peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon ground saffron
2 pounds very small new potatoes, scrubbed
1 cup low sodium chicken stock
1 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon chopped parsley leaves, for garnish
1 baguette, sliced

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallot and cook, stirring often, until the garlic begins to turn golden. Add the saffron powder, stir and cook an additional minute. Add the potatoes and toss to coat. Add the chicken stock, water, salt and paprika and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, stir and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, until the potatoes are fork tender. Stir in parsley. Transfer the potatoes and broth to a heat safe serving bowl or chafer and serve with sliced baguettes.

POTATOES SIMMERED IN SAFFRON BUTTER



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Categories     Dairy     Potato     Side     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Saffron     Winter     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 small Yukon Gold potatoes (about 12 ounces total), unpeeled
1/2 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon saffron threads
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Cook unpeeled potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until partially cooked, about 10 minutes. Cool 10 minutes. Slice potatoes into 1/2-inch-thick rounds. (Can be made 3 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
  • Bring broth and saffron to simmer in large skillet over medium heat. Add butter. Reduce heat to low; add potatoes and simmer uncovered until tender and liquid is absorbed, turning potatoes once, 50 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

BUTTER SAFFRON SAUCE



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This elegant butter sauce with a touch of saffron is both a beautiful and flavorful sauce. It is delicious served with chicken medallions and rice, or mashed potatoes.

Provided by Divinity Turley

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 shallots, finely chopped
¾ cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
¾ cup heavy cream
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon saffron threads

Steps:

  • Combine shallots, white wine, and vinegar in a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat until the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Whisk in heavy cream, reduce heat to low and simmer until the mixture is reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove the sauce from heat and whisk in the butter, little by little, until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add saffron. Keep sauce warm over a double boiler until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 152.7 mg, Fat 51.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 32.2 g, Sodium 65.9 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

SAFFRON POTATOES



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Make and share this Saffron Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 teaspoon saffron thread
1 tablespoon hot water
2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into large cubes
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, sliced
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup vegetable broth
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup raisins
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Soak saffron in hot water.
  • Cook potatoes in salted water until tender but still firm, drain and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large heavy bottom saucepan, add onion, turmeric, coriander and cumin.
  • Cook over low heat for 5 minutes or until onion is soft.
  • Add potato, broth, and garlic, then bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add saffron water and raisins and cook 10 minutes or until potato is soft and the sauce is reduced and thickened.
  • Stir in the parsley and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.3, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 16.3, Carbohydrate 49.1, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 7.9, Protein 5.2

BRAISED LEMON-SAFFRON CHICKEN AND POTATOES



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In this comforting braise, bone-in chicken and potatoes slowly cook in a lively lemon-saffron bath until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender and the potatoes are soft and full of flavor. Most of the work in this one-pot dinner happens in the oven, so you can rest or multitask as it cooks. Serve it with rice and spoon the pan juices over top, or with toasted pita to soak up the rich, lemony broth. The whole peppercorns taste delicious and soften in both texture and flavor during the cooking process, but if they are too strong for you, leave them out or crack them before cooking. Leftovers are even better the next day, on top of a salad or tucked into a sandwich.

Provided by Yasmin Fahr

Categories     dinner, poultry, main course

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 heaping teaspoon saffron threads
2 tablespoons hot (not boiling) water
3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken parts, preferably thighs and drumsticks
1/2 pound yellow or red baby potatoes
3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil
Kosher salt and black pepper
3/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 4 to 6 lemons)
1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns (optional)
Cooked rice or toasted pita, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Using a mortar and pestle (or the bottom of a spoon and a bowl), grind the saffron threads into a powder as best you can. Add the 2 tablespoons hot water and stir to combine. Set aside.
  • Place the chicken in a 9-by-13-inch roasting pan or baking dish. Cut large potatoes into 1-inch pieces and add to the pan. Drizzle the chicken and potatoes with the oil, then season well with salt and pepper.
  • Add the lemon juice to the saffron water, mix to combine, then pour over the chicken and potatoes, stirring to coat. Arrange the chicken skin-side down. Sprinkle evenly with the whole black peppercorns, if using, then cover tightly with foil. (It's OK if everything is close together.)
  • Cook until the meat is tender and easily pulled from the bone, and the potatoes are soft, about 1 1/2 hours. During the last 15 minutes, remove the foil, flip the chicken, stir the potatoes and cook for 15 minutes more, uncovered, to reduce some of the liquid.
  • Season with black pepper and serve with rice or pita to soak up the lemony juices.

PARSLEYED POTATOES WITH SAFFRON



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Sertl appreciated the basic recipes he learned at The CIA the most. "When you're crunched for time, you're grateful to have these go-to techniques under your belt," he says. These buttery, parsleyed red potatoes have just a suggestion of saffron.

Categories     Herb     Potato     Side     Steam     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Saffron     Parsley     Gourmet     New York     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 pounds small red potatoes (preferably 1 1/2 inches in diameter; 20 to 24), peeled
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Small pinch of saffron threads, crumbled
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Steam potatoes in a steamer rack, covered, over boiling water until tender, 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Melt butter with saffron in a medium skillet over medium heat until it foams, then add potatoes, parsley, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Cook, shaking skillet to coat potatoes well, until heated through, about 1 minute.

BUTTERY DILL POTATOES



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I was trying to find another recipe that would go really well with catfish or any fish for that matter. I experimented in the kitchen and came up with this.

Provided by Jeanette G

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 medium red potatoes
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Wash and scrub your potatoes.
  • Cut into 1/2 inch slices or cubes (whichever you prefer) but leave the skins on.
  • Place potatoes into a large pot of salted boiling water and let cook for about 8- 10 minutes until potatoes are soft but not mushy and they hold there shape.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  • Place your butter in a pan and melt butter with a medium-high heat.
  • Add your dill and mix well.
  • Place your potatoes in your pan and stir until potatoes are evenly coated with butter/dill mixture.
  • Saute another 5 to 10 minutes.
  • You can add more butter or dill depending on your tastes.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.9, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 40.7, Sodium 135, Carbohydrate 67.8, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 8.2

SAFFRON POTATOES



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This is a classic Spanish potato side dish that can be served with a homemade lemon aioli sauce or light lemon mayonnaise. I've had this recipe for a while now, and I thought I should post it before it's lost forever. I stumbled onto it the first time a few years ago when I bought saffron to make a certain recipe that called for only a few threads. But I didn't want the saffron to go to waste, so I started searching for other recipes calling for saffron. And that's when I discovered this recipe. And I have made this recipe many times over the years. It makes an especially great side dish to accompany baked fish.

Provided by Northwestgal

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 -4 tablespoons olive oil
2 Spanish onions, thinly sliced
salt and black pepper, to taste
5 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
4 bay leaves
1/2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
2 1/4 lbs cyprus potatoes, peeled (or 1 kg)
50 saffron strands, infused in 4 tablespoons boiling water

Steps:

  • Set a large saucepan over a medium heat and add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion and a pinch of salt. Cook the onion for five minutes, then turn down the heat to low and cook for a further 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and sweet in smell and taste.
  • Add the garlic, paprika, bay and rosemary to the saucepan, and cook for five more minutes to release their flavours.
  • Meanwhile, cut the potatoes in half lengthways, then cut each half into two or three long wedges, depending on the size of the potato. Lightly season them with salt and pepper, then pour on the saffron infusion. Toss well and leave for about five minutes before adding to the pan.
  • Let everything simmer gently in the saucepan, covered, stirring occasionally and scraping the bottom of the pan until the potatoes are tender, around 30 minutes.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.1, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 12.4, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 2.9, Protein 4

 

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cut potatoes. You can find these in the produce section of most grocery stores.
  • If you don't have saffron, you can substitute 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder.
  • Be careful not to overcook the potatoes. They should be tender but still hold their shape.
  • For a crispier texture, roast the potatoes at a higher temperature for a shorter amount of time.
  • Serve the potatoes immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or gravy.

Conclusion:

Buttery saffron potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The saffron adds a beautiful golden color and a subtle flavor to the potatoes. They are a great addition to any meal and are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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