How to Use Saffron
Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world. It usually sold in threads and fortunately, a little bit of saffron goes a long way.
Saffron threads should be ground or crushed before using. The best way to extract flavour and color from powdered saffron is to soak in boiling water for couple of hours. Follow the instruction below for how to use saffron.
Note that the amount of saffron and water differs from recipe to recipe, so follow your recipe for the specifics.
Yield: Dissolved Saffron
- Saffron
- boiling water
Here is the saffron threads.
Use a mortar and pestle to grind the saffron threads into powder.
and here is your powdered saffron.
Place 1/2 teaspoon powdered saffron in a cup, pour 4 tablespoons of boiling water over saffron and stir.
Cover the cup and let it soak for 1 hour.
Now it is ready to use.
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I have been living in Mexico a few months and have been stocking up on their spices because they are so much less expensive than in the US. I came across a package of small bulb like balls (same size and shape as pimienton/all spice) and it\'s label is azafran/saffron. The outside shell is dark brown and the inside is yellow. How do I use these? Is it truly saffron?
Dear Arianna, I'm not sure about the spice you got but as I know saffron looks like thread or you can purchase saffron powder too. I've never seen saffron bulb. I let you know if I find out what are they.
sir, I have purchased natraj brand saffron threads box . can i use these threads with milk in the morning or any other alternative of best usage. thanks k s chary
Hi k sesha chary, Thanks for visiting my website. I'm not familiar with this brand but I usually grind saffron threads into powder and use the powder in stews, desserts and rice. Take a look at these recipes: http://www.cookingandcooking.com/Recipes/Saffron_Ice_Cream. htm http://www.cookingandcooking.com/Recipes/Persian_Halva.htm http://www.cookingandcooking.com/Recipes/Persian_Rice.htm I hope you like them.
Yep, just one of the many great uses of saffron.