Saffron Rice Recipe

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Saffron Rice
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Directions:

  1. In a 2 cup measuring cup add the hot tap water, the chicken stock and the saffron . Let this steep for at least one hour.
  2. After steeping the saffron.
  3. In a 2 quart sauce pan over medium heat add one tbls. spoon of the butter and the rice, saute for 3 to 4 minutes stirring constantly do not brown rice.
  4. Add the saffron liquid and bring to a light boil. Then add the tumeric and the salt. Stir, then cover with a tight fitting lid reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 20 to 25 mins stirring half way though cooking time.
  5. When rice is tender and slightly creamy remove it from heat, with the lid on let it rest for about 5 minutes Add the remaining butter fluff with fork and serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 145.13 Kcal (608 kJ)
Calories from fat 17.48 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.94g 3%
Cholesterol 0.45mg 0%
Sodium 313.65mg 13%
Potassium 27.89mg 1%
Total Carbs 29.26g 10%
Sugars 0.3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.18g 1%
Protein 2.02g 4%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Iron 0.1mg 1%
Calcium 3mg 0%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 149.29 Kcal (625 kJ)
Calories from fat 17.98 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2g 3%
Cholesterol 0.46mg 0%
Sodium 322.66mg 13%
Potassium 28.7mg 1%
Total Carbs 30.1g 10%
Sugars 0.31g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.18g 1%
Protein 2.08g 4%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Iron 0.1mg 1%
Calcium 3.1mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 3
    Points
  • 4
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • sugar free

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