Saffron Rice Pulao

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Saffron Rice Pulao is a fragrant and flavorful dish that is commonly found in Persian and Indian cuisine. This dish is made by cooking basmati rice with aromatic spices such as saffron, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. The saffron gives the rice a beautiful yellow color and a subtle floral taste, while the spices provide a rich and complex flavor. Saffron Rice Pulao can be served as a side dish to a variety of main dishes, or enjoyed on its own as a delicious and comforting meal.

Saffron Rice Pulao Ingredients

For the saffron rice-(serves 4)11⁄2 cups uncooked rice2 tbsp ghee1 tsp cumin seeds1/2 tsp fennel seeds2 Bay leaves3 cardamom4 cloves1 cinnamon6-7 garlic cloves1 medium onion1 tsp salt1/4 tsp saffron4 cups water

Steps

Heat the ghee in a large skillet. Once heated add the cumin seeds, fennel seeds & whole spices & fry for a few seconds.Add the garlic & onion & saute until onions almost caramelise.Now add the rice & stir for 1-2 mins until it’s slightly toasted. Add water, saffron strands & salt. Mix well.Cover the pan & let the rice cook till it absorbs all the water & becomes grainy.Garnish with toasted almonds & fresh herbs. Enjoy!