Saffron adds aroma, flavor and golden color to varied meals. Use it as a seasoning within the whole recipe, with attention to the ingredients and portions you enjoy.
Bring variety to the table
Saffron complements grains, vegetables, beans, seafood, poultry, soups and sauces. A rice dish can be paired with vegetables and a source of protein; a soup or stew can carry its color and aroma through the cooking liquid. Follow an established recipe for the quantity and timing of the saffron.
Prepare saffron for cooking
- Threads: grind the measured threads first, then add the ground saffron to boiled water or directly to food.
- Powder: add it to boiled water or food without grinding.
- Storage: close the package after use and keep it away from heat, moisture and direct light.
Keep weight-management claims in perspective
A trial of a proprietary saffron extract is not a test of saffron-seasoned food. For the study details and its limits, read our guide to saffron and weight-management research. That evidence does not establish that cooking with saffron causes weight loss.
Explore our saffron recipes for culinary ideas. For an individual weight-management plan, consult a qualified health professional.
