SAFFRON RICE

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This simple recipe for saffron rice includes butter, onion, and saffron. It has been used in my family for quite some time and has always been a favorite.

Provided by LLADRACH

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter
¼ cup diced onion
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
2 cups water
½ teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 pinch saffron threads
3 drops yellow food coloring

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 15 to 20 minutes more.
  • Pour in rice and stir to coat. Stir in water, parsley flakes, saffron, and 3 drops of yellow food coloring (optional). Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 113 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

Victor Parra
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This recipe is a bit expensive, but it's worth it. The saffron rice is so delicious and flavorful.


TiaRisa Gilmour
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover saffron. I had some leftover saffron from a previous recipe, and I used it to make this saffron rice. It turned out great!


Destiny Evan
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I love the vibrant color of this saffron rice. It's so beautiful and festive.


Smart Mercy
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I've made this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your guests.


Parvin akter Banu
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The saffron rice is so delicious and flavorful.


David Winkler
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I'm not a big fan of saffron, but I thought I would give this recipe a try. I was actually surprised at how much I liked it. The saffron flavor was subtle, but it really added a nice depth of flavor to the rice.


Maryann Recel
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I love the addition of the nuts and dried fruit to this recipe. It gives the rice a nice textural contrast.


Liaqat Lucky
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover basmati rice from a previous meal, and I used it to make this saffron rice. It turned out great!


Akanbi Damilola
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I wasn't sure how the saffron rice would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was so flavorful and aromatic. I will definitely be making this again.


Tabi Naismith
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This recipe is a keeper! The saffron rice is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, dinner parties, and even just for a weeknight meal. It's always a hit.


Niasr Khanan
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I made this recipe for a dinner party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the saffron rice, and they couldn't stop talking about how flavorful it was. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.


rozhina hosseinirad
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This was my first time making saffron rice, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the rice was delicious. I especially liked the addition of the pistachios and almonds.


Yahima Avellaneda
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I've tried many saffron rice recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of spices and herbs is perfect, and the rice is always cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves saffron rice.


jmj1008 0
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This recipe was a hit! The saffron added a beautiful color and a subtle, yet distinct flavor to the rice. The rice itself was cooked perfectly, and the addition of the nuts and dried fruit gave it a nice textural contrast. Will definitely be making t


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