SAFFRON-CARDAMOM RICE

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A colorful, aromatic rice that is good with the Spicy Lamb Stew with Apricots and Cardamom, or with broiled chicken, fish or vegetables.

Categories     Nut     Onion     Rice     Side     Vegetarian     Raisin     Pine Nut     Saffron     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 teaspoons butter
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 cup basmati rice*
1 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons golden raisins
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
*Basmati rice is available at Indian markets and some supermarkets.

Steps:

  • Melt 1 teaspoon butter in small skillet over medium heat. Add pine nuts; sauté until golden, about 5 minutes. Cool.
  • Melt remaining 2 teaspoons butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Add rice and stir 2 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups water, raisins, sugar, salt, saffron and cardamom. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand covered 10 minutes. Stir in pine nuts.

Daneco Davis
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Overall, this is a great recipe for saffron-cardamom rice. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I will definitely be making it again.


Aron green
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This rice was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it more if I had added some more saffron and cardamom.


Babo Jaan
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This rice was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's because I used a little too much cardamom. Next time I will use less.


Motsatsi Maake
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I made this rice for a party and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and aroma. I will definitely be making it again.


Durga Soni
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This rice was a bit more time-consuming to make than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The saffron and cardamom gave it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed.


SadaqatBaloch Sara Ansari
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I'm not a huge fan of rice, but this recipe changed my mind. The saffron and cardamom added a wonderful flavor that made the rice really enjoyable.


Md Kiyan
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This rice was a great way to use up some leftover saffron and cardamom. It was easy to make and turned out very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Rejaul Islam
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I love the way this rice looks and smells. The saffron and cardamom give it a beautiful golden color and a warm, inviting aroma. It's the perfect rice dish to serve at a dinner party.


Felix Bassey
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This rice is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The saffron and cardamom add a touch of elegance that makes it perfect for special occasions.


dreamy dreams
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I made this rice for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor and aroma. I will definitely be making this again for future potlucks.


Ronald Lett
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I'm always looking for new and exciting rice recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The saffron and cardamom add a wonderful depth of flavor that makes this rice dish anything but ordinary.


Pranto Khan
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This saffron-cardamom rice was a hit at my dinner party. The guests raved about the unique flavor and aroma. It was the perfect side dish for our main course of lamb chops.


Earthly RANDOMs
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I love how this recipe uses both cardamom and saffron. The two spices complement each other perfectly, creating a rich and flavorful rice dish. The rice was also cooked perfectly, with a slightly chewy texture that I really enjoyed.


Amin Zeb
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This rice was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The saffron and cardamom gave it a beautiful golden color and a warm, inviting aroma. It was the perfect accompaniment to our chicken tikka masala.


Cody Hunemiller
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I'm not usually a fan of rice dishes, but this one changed my mind. The combination of saffron and cardamom was simply divine. The rice was also cooked perfectly, with a tender texture that melted in my mouth.


Imdad Official
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I made this rice for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the cardamom and saffron. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.


Marth Protasius
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This recipe is a keeper! The rice turned out so fluffy and flavorful, and the cardamom and saffron added a wonderful aroma and taste. It was the perfect side dish for our lamb curry.


Kevin Abiero
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I've tried many saffron rice recipes, but this one is by far the best. The addition of cardamom adds a subtle warmth and depth of flavor that takes this dish to the next level. The instructions were easy to follow and the end result was a beautiful a


Victor Samuel
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This saffron-cardamom rice was an explosion of flavors. The nutty aroma of cardamom paired perfectly with the earthy notes of saffron, creating a truly unique and unforgettable dish. The rice was cooked to perfection, with a slightly chewy texture th