For: Nitra Saffron Grade 1 (Gold)
Saffron Rice Pilaf
- Vegetarian
- Indian
- ⏱ 30 min
- Serves 4
A fragrant, golden-hued pilaf that lets Nitra's premium saffron do the talking alongside simple whole spices.
03 · Flour, Sugar, Oil & Saffron
Method
- 1
Bloom the saffron
Crush the saffron threads and soak in warm water until deep amber.
- 2
Temper the spices
Heat the ghee in a pot and fry the bay leaf, cardamom and cinnamon for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 3
Cook the onion
Add the sliced onion and cook 6–7 minutes until golden.
- 4
Add rice
Stir in the drained rice for a minute to coat it in the ghee and spices.
- 5
Simmer with saffron
Add the water, salt and saffron liquid, bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat and simmer 12 minutes.
- 6
Rest and serve
Rest covered for 8 minutes, fluff gently, and top with fried onions before serving.
Nitra tip
Soaking the saffron in warm (not boiling) water or milk for at least 10 minutes extracts the fullest colour and aroma.
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