A range of main courses go well with this aromatic and flavorful dish of saffron-infused rice and crunchy pine nuts.
Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice. 2 cups water. 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads. 2 tablespoons pine nuts. 1 tablespoon butter. Salt to taste.
Instructions: In a small bowl, soak saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of warm water for 10 minutes. In a medium saucepan, rinse basmati rice under cold water until water runs clear. Drain well. In the same saucepan, combine rinsed rice, 2 cups of water, soaked saffron along with the water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is tender and water is absorbed. While rice is cooking, in a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add pine nuts and toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Once rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and gently fold in toasted pine nuts. Serve hot as a side dish or as a base for your favorite protein. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
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