Saffron Rice

This simple recipe for saffron rice includes butter, onion, and saffron. It has been used in my family for quite some time and has always been a favorite.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 259 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup butter
• 2 cups water
• 3 drops yellow food coloring (Optional)
• ¼ cup diced onion
• 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
• 1 pinch saffron threads
• ½ teaspoon dried parsley flakes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 15 to 20 minutes more.

Step 2

Pour in rice and stir to coat. Stir in water, parsley flakes, saffron, and 3 drops of yellow food coloring (optional). Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed, about 30 minutes.