Flavourful and fluffy rice that is simple to make and goes well with a number of main dishes.
Saffron Basmati Rice
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Saffron Basmati Rice
Servings: 5 People
Ingredients
- 250 gr Basmati Rice
- 500 gr warm water.
- 1 pinch Saffron threads
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked Black Pepper
Instructions
- Under cold running water wash the rice until the starch is gone (water no more milky).
- Place a medium size pot on medium heat and add the rice and saffron along with the warm water, stir and bring to a boil. Turn the heat to low and cover with the pot lid to steam for 15 minutes and until the water has evaporated and absorbed.
- Turn off the heat and leave aside to rest with the pot still covered and with a kitchen towel in between for 10 minutes.
- Use a non-metallic fork to fluff the rice, season with the salt and pepper, add the lemon zest and serve.
