Indian-style Saffron Rice
Golden grains perfumed with saffron's honeyed fragrance and warmed by cardamom and cinnamon create an aromatic rice that transforms any meal into something special. The delicate spicing makes it the perfect companion to curries or roasted meats, elegant enough for company yet simple eno...
By Chef Laura Bonicelli
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
55 min
Servings
4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cupbasmati rice
- 1 generous pinch saffron threads
- 1/4 cuphot tap water
- 2 tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil
- 4 clovesgarlic -- minced
- 4 green cardamom pods -- slightly smashed
- 1 3- inchstick cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoonKosher salt
- 1 1/2 cupswater
- 1/2 cupgolden raisins
- 20 whole almonds
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving (serves 4 servings)
* Nutritional information is estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Instructions
- 1
Soak the rice for in warm water; drain.
- 2
Soak the saffron in 1/4 cup hot water for .
- 3
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over high heat until hot. Add the garlic cloves, cardamom pods, and cinnamon. Cook, constantly stirring for . The seeds will start to pop.
- 4
Add the rice, salt, water, and saffron with its liquid. Bring to a simmer. Simmer covered for or until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the rice and stir in the raisins and almonds.