What Is Saffron rice and How Can I Use It?
Wondering what to do with saffron rice? This guide covers how to pick it, cook it, store it, and swap it, plus 6 recipes to put it to work.
- In Chinese:
- 藏红花米饭
- British (UK) term:
- Saffron rice
- en français:
- riz au safran
- en español:
- arroz con azafrán
Recipes using saffron rice
There are 6 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Biryani
Biryani layered with saffron rice, spiced meat, butter-toasted almonds, cashews, and raisins, then baked with chicken stock until every grain is fragrant and tender.
Lobster in Tomato Sauce with Saffron Rice
Lobster in tomato sauce with saffron rice: Mediterranean-style shelled lobster simmered in tomato, white wine, orange juice, fennel, and saffron, thickened with lobster coral and liver. A rustic European coastal seafood feast.
Chicken Biryani
Freshly ground cardamom, cloves, and cumin give this yogurt-marinated chicken biryani its heady, aromatic punch. Served over saffron rice, it's a weeknight-friendly take on an Indian classic.
Astakos Plaki - Lobster in Tomato Sauce with Saffron Rice
Greek lobster plaki simmered in tomato sauce with saffron, white wine, fennel, orange juice, and fresh herbs. A luxurious Mediterranean seafood dish served over saffron rice.
Lamb & Mushroom Korma
Lamb and mushroom korma braised in yogurt with cumin, coriander, cardamom, turmeric, and fresh ginger. A fragrant North Indian curry served with naan and saffron rice.
Rocking Roast Pork Shoulder with Spanish Rice
Slow-roasted pork shoulder rubbed with garlic, sazon, and homemade sofrito, served with Spanish rice and pigeon peas. A Latin-style feast with fork-tender pork, crispy skin, and arroz con gandules on the side.
