Saffron Rice
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.
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
Instructions
- Using a mortar and pestle, grind up the saffron threads into a fine powder.
- Rinse the rice under water until the water runs clear.
- 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.
- Cook according to rice cooker directions, or cover and simmer for about 15 minutes on the stovetop until all moisture is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork and serve warm. Keep Leftovers in the fridge in a covered container for 3-5 days.