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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

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Biryani

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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.

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Lobster in Tomato Sauce with Saffron Rice

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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.

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Chicken Biryani

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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.

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Astakos Plaki - Lobster in Tomato Sauce with Saffron Rice

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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.

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Lamb & Mushroom Korma

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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.

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Rocking Roast Pork Shoulder with Spanish Rice

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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.

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