Here, we bring you five unique rice dishes that are just perfect for any occasion, exploring what this humble grain has to ...

Saffron, with its beautiful shade and unique fragrance, is a much sought-after spice that can make even the simplest rice ...

I love cooking with saffron. It all started with wanting to make my friend saffron rice; from there, a new recipe was born.

This version for picadillo with saffron rice -- courtesy of recipe developer Julie Kinnaird — features ground beef with ...

Once well combined, taste and season as needed. Make the saffron rice: Set a medium non-stick pan over medium heat. Add butter and crumble in saffron threads. Once butter starts to sizzle and ...

Saffron rice pudding can be found in India and Iran, and probably other saffron-growing countries, too. I'm not going to start any arguments about where it originated because I don't know.

This should take about five minutes. Add the rice, cranberries, pistachios and saffron and cook in the butter for about five minutes. Make sure you stir all the time – the rice should look glossy.

Saffron can be bought whole in threads or strands (stigmas) or in powdered form. Spanish and Kashmiri saffron are reputed to be among the best-quality. Saffron gives a distinctive aroma and ...

Cook on low heat for three minutes. (Now add required flavour to the dough like saffron, beetroot, spinach or pista puree) 4. Remove the lid, sprinkle some cold water on the rice flour and cover again ...