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Saffron Rice

Saffron Rice - Pahadi Saffron Recipe
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PAHADI SAFFRON RECIPE

Saffron Rice

Fragrant basmati rice infused with real Pahadi Saffron, ghee, and whole spices a golden, restaurant-style side that pairs with any main course.

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Prep Time 10 Min
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Cook Time 25 Min
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Servings 4 People

About This Recipe

This saffron rice is made by soaking fragrant strands in warm milk or water, then cooking them into fluffy basmati rice along with ghee and whole spices like cinnamon and cloves. The result is a light, aromatic side dish with a naturally golden hue and delicate flavour in every grain.

Real Pahadi Saffron gives this rice its signature amber colour and subtle floral aroma, a difference no artificial colouring or essence can replicate.

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Servings: Perfect for 4 People

Ingredients

  • Basmati rice 1 cup (200g), rinsed and soaked for 20 min
  • Pahadi Saffron strands 15–20, soaked in 2 tbsp warm milk
  • Ghee or butter 2 tbsp
  • Whole cinnamon stick 1 inch
  • Cloves 3–4
  • Green cardamom pods 2, lightly crushed
  • Bay leaf 1
  • Water 1.5 cups
  • Salt To Taste
  • Fried cashews and raisins (garnish) 2 tbsp each
Cooking Guide

How to Make Saffron Kulfi

01

Soak the Saffron

Soak saffron strands in 2 tbsp warm milk for 10 minutes to release colour and aroma.

02

Prepare the Rice

Rinse and soak basmati rice for 20 minutes, then drain well.

03

Temper the Spices

Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan; add cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and bay leaf. Sauté until fragrant (30–40 seconds).

04

Add Rice & Saffron

Add drained rice and sauté gently for 2 minutes, then stir in the soaked saffron milk.

05

Cook the Rice

Add water and salt, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for 12–15 minutes until fully cooked.

06

Rest & Serve

Let the rice rest covered for 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, garnish with fried cashews and raisins, and serve hot.

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