What is Saffron flower?

Posted by Keshav Jain on



Saffron the most expensive spice in the world, consists of the stigmas (the female portion) of the saffron crocus flower. The flower is a purple in colour, while the strands of saffron are red-orange. The plant flowers in autumn and grows in a number of places, including Greece, southern Khorason in Iran, Kashmir in India, Spain, Egypt, Morocco and Turkey.



Saffron is used as a seasoning and colouring agent in different dishes around the world, giving it a distinct flavour. It is used in many Indian dishes such as pulaos, curries, milk-based drinks, chai and desserts like the phirni (rice pudding) and kulfis (frozen dairy dessert). It is used in many Iranian dishes as well.



The kahwa, a traditional mild green tea commonly consumed in Kashmir, northern Pakistan and Afghanistan, is made with dry fruits and a mix of spices, including saffron. It is also used in the famous paella, a Spanish dish consisting of cooked rice, vegetables, meat, seafood and spices.



 



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