Saffron Rice

Name: Saffron Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: about 6 servings
Cuisine: Asia
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups uncooked long grain rice; 4-1/3 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth; 2 teaspoons saffron threads; 3 tablespoons butter, optional

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield about 6 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

Saffron rice spans centuries and continents. This version of this iconic dish can be on the table quick enough for weeknights.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups uncooked long grain rice
4-1/3 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
2 teaspoons saffron threads
3 tablespoons butter, optional

Directions

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add rice; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. Add saffron; cook one minute longer. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from heat; add butter if using, stir to combine. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 316 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 624mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.