The inspiration of Saffron Rice or Yellor Rice is Great quality Afghan Saffron in my Kitchen. The dish is more exotic than plain white rice you are served in general at Home. Saffron gives this rice dish a festive yellow color. It adds a subtle flavor and is known to revitalize the blood and circulation, as well as alleviate migraine headaches. For those who doesn't know What Saffron is: Saffron, also known as Kesar in Hindi, are the strands (or threads) which is dried stigmas from the saffron crocus. They can be found at general or specialty grocery stores; look for the brightest color. They’re the world’s most expensive spice, but a little goes a long way! What Does Saffron Rice Tastes Like? When you taste saffron, you'll find a nuanced, delicate and complex flavor made up of sweet as well as earthy and floral tones. Your Saffron Rice taste will widely depend on the quality of Saffron threads. We use Afghan Kesar that produces a rich flavor with just a few strands. Most common use of Saffron is in rice dishes like Biryani, Paella, Pulao, Sweet Rice, etc. Saffron is also commonly used in Indian Sweets (Mithai). Is Yellow Rice same as Saffron Rice? Kind of! Yellow rice is essentially white rice, which has been colored by adding turmeric powder or saffron strands. In addition to giving the rice a bright color, Garam Masala or Whole Spices are used to infuse some more flavours in both types of rice. Is Saffron Rice Healthy? Saffron is believed to be an anti-depressant, loaded with anti-oxidants and possibly has cancer-fighting and anti-aging properties. Additionally, saffron is known as an ingredient that's good for digestion, blood circulation and healthy eyesight. However, since major component of Saffron rice is 'Rice', it is high in Carbs. 1 Serving of Saffron rice consists approximately 97g of Carbs. This yellow rice or Saffron rice also happens to be gluten-free, and can be made vegan if you swap the ghee (clarified butter) with any cooking oil. Saffron Rice goes well with: Punjabi Rajma MasalaVeg KadaiLauki KoftaPaneer Butter Masala Our Recommendations for Other Rice Dishes: Schezwan Fried Rice RecipeVegetable Masala Khichdi RecipeCheese Pattice Mexican Baked Rice Saffron Rice : Step by Step recipe with Photos (Microwave Method) 1. Rinse the rice for 3 times in water. Heat Ghee for 1 min in Microwave safe bowl. 2. Add Black Cumin, Green Cardamoms, Bay Leaf, Cinnamon and microwave for 1 more min. 3. Then add soaked rice with 3.5 cups of water (water measurement defers based on quality of your rice). Mix and stir gently. 4. Microwave on High for 14 mins. 5. After 14 mins, allow rice to rest in microwave for 1 or 2 mins more. Take out and gently stir the rice. 6. Serve the Saffron rice garnished with coriander or mint leaves with any lentil or vegetable curry of your choice.