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Saffron Rice

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This Mediterranean side-dish features Olive oil, Longgrain rice, rinsed, Onion, finely chopped. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 228.5
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This Mediterranean side-dish features Olive oil, Longgrain rice, rinsed, Onion, finely chopped. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 2 cup Longgrain rice, rinsed
  • 1/2 small Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Powdered saffron
  • 4 2/3 cup Boiling water
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat the oil in a mediumsize saucepan, over a medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add the rice and onion and
  3. 3
    stir until the grains are coated with oil and the onion is turning translucent.
  4. 4
    Do not allow the rice to brown.
  5. 5
    Stir in the salt and saffron, and slowly pour in the water.
  6. 6
    Cover tightly, and
  7. 7
    cook over low
  8. 8
    heat until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
  9. 9
    Set aside, covered, for 5 minutes.
  10. 10
    Before serving, stir well to make sure the saffron is well mixed throughout the rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 228.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.9g13%
Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4876.7mg204%
Total Carbohydrate 35.1g12%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
Sugars 0.8g
Protein 3.4g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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