Saffron threads
About the ingredient saffron threads. Including 267 recipes with saffron threads, and nutrition data.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 tbsp (2g)Food group
Saffron threads are a member of the Spices and Herbs US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much do saffron threads weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 2 grams |
| 1 teaspoon | 0 grams |
Related
Spices and Herbs
| In Chinese: | 藏红花线程 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | filaments de safran | |
| en español: | hebras de azafrán |
Recipes using saffron threads
There are 267 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Biryani Rice
A scrumptious rice dish that's simple made with basmati rice. Tastes great alone or with any kind of meat you like.
Bhopali Roti
Bhopali roti from central India: a flavored whole-wheat-and-rice-flour flatbread enriched with cashews, cumin, cilantro, green chiles, and saffron-infused milk. The royal cousin of everyday roti.
Chana aur Sarson ka Saag Biryani (Basmati Rice & Curry Casserole)
This Indian dish is made with several kinds of spices, mustard greens, cauliflower and chickpeas; it's baked with basmati rice, topped with golden raisins and cashews. You can serve it as a side dish or a tasty main dish.
Tandoori Spiced Chicken Breast with Grilled Tomato Jam & Herbed Yogurt Sauce
Absolutely worth the effort of preparation. The chicken tasted so delicious and packed with flavor. No need to order take-out from now on. This homemade tandoori chicken is as yummy as the restaurant one.
Chicken in Saffron Cream Sauce
Quick and easy chicken main dish simmered in a rich and creamy sauce infused with the flavors of thyme, bay leaf, and saffron enriched with tomato paste. The result is a tender and flavorful chicken perfectly complemented by the creamy and aromatic sauce. This recipe is easy to make and can be served with various sides, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Vegetable Biryani
Our Indian-Tibetan friend came to our place this past Monday, this vegetarian biryani recipe was the main dish we made for him. It was quite flavorful and tasty, he certainly enjoyed it, and so did we.
Saffron Buns
Golden saffron buns with a soft, pillowy crumb and pearl sugar topping. A Scandinavian-style yeast bread with warm saffron color and delicate floral flavor.
Chickpea, Lentil & Winter Squash Stew
It was so flavorful, instead of broth, we used canned tomato. Served the stew with homemade whole wheat bread, yum.
Shrimp & Yellow Rice
A tasty dish made of shrimp, tomatoes and green peas that can be used as a side or be your main dish.
Biryani Rice Recipe
Fragrant Indian chicken biryani layered with saffron-streaked basmati rice, tender potatoes, and a spiced yogurt-tomato sauce with cardamom, cloves, and cumin. Served with sweetened whipped yogurt.
Scallop & Smoked Salmon Pasta
We liked it very much. The flavour is strong so make sure you serve it to those who like fish or cut down on the smoked salmon.
Green Pepper & Tomato Soup
Green pepper and tomato soup with a mortar-pounded garlic-herb paste, saffron, and rice stirred in at the end. A Provencal-style vegetable soup with Parmesan garnish.
Easy Arroz Con Pollo (Chicken & Rice)
Easy arroz con pollo, a simplified chicken and saffron yellow rice studded with green peas. Real saffron threads tint and perfume the rice in this fast, one-pot Latin-style weeknight dinner.
North: Almond Pistachio Saffron Curry Sauce
North Indian almond pistachio saffron curry sauce with dry-roasted nuts, cardamom, mace, and heavy cream simmered into a luxurious, golden coating for grilled meats and chicken.
Abraysham Kabaub ( Silk Kebab)
A spicy and scrumptious side dish made with pistachio nuts and cardamom seeds.
Harira
Harira, the traditional Moroccan soup with lamb, chickpeas, broad beans, saffron, and a velvety tomato-herb base thickened with an overnight flour paste. A slow-simmered bowl with deep, layered spice.
Orjaleves
Orjaleves is a traditional Hungarian pork and beef bone soup: a rich, clear golden broth perfumed with paprika and saffron, full of root vegetables, tender pork and hand-rolled spiral egg noodles. A heritage feast-day soup.
Garlicky Paella
Garlicky paella loads saffron rice with prawns, clams, and browned chicken, perfumed with a heavy hand of garlic. The golden, one-pan Spanish classic, simmered low and never stirred so the rice cooks up tender with a crisp bottom.
Salmon with Leek Foudue
Pan-seared salmon on a bed of creamy leek fondue with a saffron butter sauce. A French-style restaurant dish with two distinct sauces built from wine, shallots, and cream.
Chicken Yellow Rice
Saffron-tinted rice simmered with sautéed chicken breast, garlic, and onions, topped with bright steamed broccoli. A complete one-pot meal in about an hour.
Fregula with Clams & Chilis
Sardinian fregula with clams, prosciutto, saffron, and chili flakes cooked to a risotto-like consistency in white wine and tomato broth. A rustic Italian seafood pasta.
Fregula with Clams & Chilis
Sardinian fregula with clams, prosciutto, saffron, and chili flakes cooked to a risotto-like consistency in white wine and tomato broth. A rustic Italian seafood pasta.
Golden Honey Braid
Braided honey yeast bread with an optional golden saffron tint and raisins, mixed in a food processor for easy kneading. A beautiful three-strand loaf brushed with honey for a glossy, sweet crust.
