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SAFFRON SUPPORTS HEART HEALTH
Saffron has been used since ancient times for a variety of ailments. With the help of modern science, we’re seeing how the world’s most expensive spice proves to be a superfood that supports our health in a variety of ways. In this blog, we’re taking a look at 5 ways that saffron helps your heart […]
THREE MAGIC SAFFRON FACE MASK
There are many uses and benefits of saffron and one of them is it’s use in maintaining a dry skin as a result of its hydrating properties. This is why it’s used in the production of many hydrating creams, facial masks, heavy moisturizers and scrubs. Milk and Saffron Face Mask For Skin Brightening Ingredients: Preparation: […]
CREAMY POTATO AND SAFFRON SOUP
This is inspired by a soup from Abruzzo, a “minestra,” which is traditionally made with diced potatoes and other vegetables in a saffron broth. This is a modern version that’s blended until creamy — it’s delicate and elegant, yet simple. Instruction Gently cook the onion in the olive oil in a large saucepan over low […]
PERSIAN SAFFRON ICE CREAM
Its creamy base, infused with saffron spice and rose water is unlike anything you’ve ever tasted. The traditional recipe can be a little time consuming however, so we’re going to skip the hours of churning and jump right in with some pre-made vanilla from the store. Instruction Line a small dish with plastic wrap and […]
SAUTÉED SHRIMP IN CREAMY SAUCE
Loaded with fresh and healthy ingredients, cooked in a very short time and an easy way, flavored with best quality saffron threads – Sautéed Shrimp in Creamy Saffron Sauce is absolutely made to perfection. Enjoy! Instruction Heat the white wine in a saucepan until it comes to a light boil, transfer it into a bowl, […]
SEAFOOD PAELLA
Paella, an ancient seafood, belongs to the Spanish city of Valencia, and it became one of their identifying symbols. Another interesting culture related to this food is, it’s not served in plates; it served family style. People traditionally eat directly out of the pan on a round table. Today, wine and saffron is added in […]
FRENCH ROUILLE SAUCE
French rouille sauce is a thick, bread-enriched sauce that gets much of its flavor and color from saffron. This beautiful, spicy garlic sauce goes well with cold steamed shrimp, and any fried fish or seafood, or as a sauce with firm grilled fish such as swordfish, sturgeon, or Pacific white sea bass. Instruction Heat the […]
TAHCHIN (CRISPY SAFFRON RICE)
Tahchin is a saffron rice cake made from Persian rice, yogurt, saffron, and egg. But it is better to mix it with other ingredients like chicken, meat, or vegetables like eggplant. Instruction Chicken Bring a pan with four tablespoons of vegetable oil. Cut an onion into small pieces and then saute them. Place two pieces […]
4 SKINCARE BENEFITS OF SAFFRON
Saffron has high levels of vitamin C. Vitamin C has long been known as an important ingredient to incorporate in our skincare routines, and given the high levels of vitamin C found in saffron, it can be especially beneficial to incorporate in skincare products to help with brightening skin tone, texture (from acne scarring), reducing […]
