Step 1

Grind the saffron in a mortar and pestle to create a powder consistencyAdd ⅛ of a teaspoon of the powder to a small bowl or glass with 2 tablespoons of boiling water to infuse the saffron

Step 2

Add the rice to a small pot and rinse thoroughly under running water until the water is clear and not murky. Transfer the washed rice to a colander

Step 3

In the same pot, add olive oil and diced onion and saute on a low heat for 5 minutes until onions are translucent

Step 4

Add the washed rice to the pot and toast rice for a minute

Step 5

Add 1 ½ cups of water to the pot along with the saffron water and salt. Stir through and cook for a few minutes without the lid over a medium-high heat

Step 6

Once you see the water is starting to boil, place the lid on and simmer on a low heat for 15-20 minutes.* Check the rice at 15 minutes, if it seems hard or crunchy, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and cook for the remaining 5 minutes, otherwise move to next step

Step 7

If the rice is cooked, turn the heat off and remove the pot from the stove. Keep the lid on and allow it to steam for 5 minutes

Step 8

Gently fluff the rice with a fork and its ready to serve! Enjoy your fluffy and delicious saffron rice with your favorite stew, curry or protein!