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Wednesday, 02 September 2009 05:05 |
Saffron pilaf is a flavorful rice that accompanies very well with Moroccan Stew. It is extremely easy to prepare and deliciously flavorful.
Serves: 4
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups basmati rice, uncooked
- 2.5 cups water
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 3/4th teaspoon saffron threads, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons hot milk
- Salt to taste
Method
In a small bowl combine hot milk and saffron and allow the threads of the saffron to dissove its color and flavor into the milk.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter and saute onion in butter until golden. Add water, saffron milk and salt. Bring the water to a boil.
Add basmati rice, cover, and simmer on low heat for about 25 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered for 10- 15 minutes.
Fluff with fork and serve hot with a Moroccan Stew or any other vegetable gravy of your choice.
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