Moroccan Saffron Rice

Saffron, one of the key ingredients in Moroccan Saffron Rice, is one of the most expensive spices in the world due to its labor-intensive harvesting process. It takes about 75,000 saffron flowers to produce just one pound of saffron threads!

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Moroccan Saffron Rice

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Moroccan Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Basmati rice
• 1 pinch Saffron threads
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Soak the saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of warm water.
3. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic cloves. Cook until the onion is translucent.
4. Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well.
5. Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the rice with the spices.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and saffron water. Bring to a boil.
7. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the rice simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
8. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice rest for 5 minutes.
9. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.