Echoes from Culinary Past: Time-Honored Saffron Recipes with EBV Saffron - Golden Threads of History
Saffron, the golden thread of the culinary world, has been revered for centuries for its rich aroma, unique flavor, and vibrant hue. Discover a curated list of traditional and ancient recipes where the splendor of EBV Saffron shines through.
1. Saffron Rice (Zafrani Pulao) A royal dish with roots in the Mughal era.
Basmati rice: 2 cups
EBV Saffron strands: a pinch
Warm milk: 4 tbsp
Ghee: 3 tbsp
Assorted nuts: 1/4 cup
Steps:
Soak saffron in warm milk for 15 minutes.
Cook rice until 70% done. Drain.
In a pan, heat ghee and fry the nuts.
Layer rice and drizzle saffron milk over it. Cook covered on low flame until rice is done.
2. Saffron and Almond Milk (Badam Milk) A nourishing drink cherished across India.
Milk: 1 liter
Almonds: 20, blanched and peeled
EBV Saffron strands: 10-12
Sugar: 1/4 cup
Steps:
Soak saffron in 2 tablespoons of warm milk.
Grind almonds to a fine paste.
Boil milk and add the almond paste and sugar.
Once the milk has thickened slightly, add saffron. Simmer for 2 minutes.
3. Saffron Chicken Tagine A Moroccan delicacy infused with exotic flavors.
Chicken pieces: 500g
EBV Saffron strands: a pinch
Onions: 2, finely sliced
Garlic cloves: 4, minced
Chicken stock: 2 cups
Olives: 1/2 cup
Lemons: 2, preserved and sliced
Steps:
Marinate chicken with saffron, salt, and pepper.
In a tagine or heavy-bottomed pot, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
Add chicken, stock, olives, and preserved lemons. Cook on low flame until chicken is tender.
4. Risotto alla Milanese An Italian classic with a saffron touch.
Arborio rice: 1 cup
EBV Saffron strands: a generous pinch
Chicken stock: 4 cups
Butter: 4 tbsp
Parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup, grated
Onion: 1, finely chopped
Steps:
Soak saffron in 2 tablespoons of warm chicken stock.
In a pan, sauté onions in butter. Add rice and toast slightly.
Gradually add stock, stirring constantly. Halfway, add saffron liquid.
Once the rice is creamy and cooked, add cheese.
Closing Remarks: These recipes provide a glimpse into the rich culinary tapestry that has celebrated the magic of saffron for centuries. As you recreate these age-old dishes, savor the depth and authenticity that only EBV Saffron can bring.
Share these timeless treasures with your loved ones and relish the history in every bite. Buy our EBV Saffron and embark on a journey through culinary time.
