Saffron Rice

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This simple recipe for saffron rice includes butter, onion, and saffron. It has been used in my family for quite some time and has always been a favorite.

Submitted by LLADRACH
Updated on August 15, 2022
close up view of Saffron Rice in a pan
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter

  • ¼ cup diced onion

  • 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice

  • 2 cups water

  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley flakes

  • 1 pinch saffron threads

  • 3 drops yellow food coloring (Optional)

Directions

  1. Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 15 to 20 minutes more.

  2. Pour in rice and stir to coat. Stir in water, parsley flakes, saffron, and 3 drops of yellow food coloring (optional). Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

259 Calories
16g Fat
27g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 259
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 20%
Saturated Fat 10g 49%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 113mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 3g 6%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 19mg 1%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 52mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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