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Saffron water in a small bowl.
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Learn How To Bloom Saffron

Blooming saffron is key to adding the exotic aroma, flavor, and bright color of the spice to your dishes! Learn the important factors to get it right.
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Indian cooking, indian spice
Cuisine: global cuisines, Indian
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: bloom saffron, how to use saffron
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 0.02kcal
Author: Shilpa Joshi

Equipment

  • 1 mortar + pestle to grind saffron strands
  • 1 small bowl

Ingredients

  • 1/16 tsp saffron strands
  • ¼ cup water or milk depends on what the saffron is being used for!

Instructions

  • Grind saffron strands using a mortar and pestle.
    Ground saffron in a bowl.
  • Place ground saffron into water or milk. Give it at least 20 minutes to absorb the flavor oils and color.
    Saffron ground in water.

Notes

Bloomed saffron can be used for desserts, drinks, and more!
A little goes a long way.  If you are making a small batch, like a glass of saffron water, you only need a few strands. 
See post on saffron recipe ideas and inspo, like saffron ice cream!

Nutrition

Calories: 0.02kcal | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 0.1mg | Vitamin A: 0.03IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 2mg