Saffron Pilaf Recipe – Kesar Flavoured Rice
Saffron Pilaf Recipe is a flavourful rice that is cooked along with strands of kesar. Saffron not only adds to the flavour of the rice, but also adds a great colour. It is extremely easy to prepare and delectable to eat.
Course : Dinner
Ingridients : 1-1/2 cups Basmati rice
2 cups Water
1 Onion , finely chopped
2 tablespoons Butter (Salted)
1/2 teaspoon Saffron strands
2 tablespoons Milk , hot
Salt , to taste
Instructions To begin making the Saffron Pilaf Recipe, in a small bowl combine hot milk and saffron and allow the threads of the saffron to dissolve its colour and flavour into the milk.In a large saucepan, melt the butter and add onions. Let it cook till they become slightly golden in colour.Once the onions are cooked, add water, saffron milk and salt. Bring the water to a boil.When the water comes to a boil, add basmati rice, cover, and simmer on low heat for about 25 minutes until all the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked.Remove from heat and let the Saffron Pulao rest covered for about 10 to 15 minutes. After 10 to 15 minutes, fluff the Saffron Pulao with fork and serve.Serve the Saffron Pilaf on a festival along with Shabnam Curry, Ajwain Puri, Dal Tadka and Palak Raita for Lunch with your friends and family.
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