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Allison Crawford at The Hungry Carrot

Saffron Rice

5 from 2 votes
A fragrant and delicious side dish of basmati rice flavored with savory broth, turmeric, and saffron threads. It's a quick, one pot, no-mess vibrant base for any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 tbsp vegan butter
  • 1/2 tsp saffron threads
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Using a mortar and pestle, grind up the saffron threads into a fine powder.
  2. Rinse the rice under water until the water runs clear.
  3. Add the rice and broth to a rice cooker or stockpot. Mix in the butter, turmeric, saffron, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder, and mix well.
  4. Cook according to rice cooker directions, or cover and simmer for about 15 minutes on the stovetop until all moisture is absorbed.
  5. Fluff with a fork and serve warm. Keep Leftovers in the fridge in a covered container for 3-5 days.