Saffron Rice

by | Oct 5, 2024 | Side Dish | 0 comments

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Saffron Rice

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup boiling water
  • pinch saffron threads roughly ⅛ tsp
  • 1 cup basmati rice rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon refined coconut oil or butter
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¾ cup stock veggie or chicken

Instructions

Stove Top

  • Combine saffron threads and boiling water and allow to 'steep' for at least 5 minutes.
  • In a medium pot, combine saffron + boiling water with the basmati rice and all other ingredients.
  • Cover and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer (covered) for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let sit for another 10 minutes before serving.

Rice Cooker

  • Combine saffron threads and boiling water and allow to 'steep' for at least 5 minutes.
  • Combine saffron + boiled water with the basmati rice and all other ingredients.
  • Cook using the 'white rice' function (or regular function if there is not a white rice option).
  • Once the cook time is up, fluff with a fork and serve.