Saffron Almond Rice Recipe

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant souks of North Africa with this aromatic Saffron Almond Rice! A simple yet elegant dish, this recipe combines the delicate sweetness of apricots and almonds with the rich warmth of saffron. Feel free to experiment – pistachios make a delightful substitution for the almonds! Ready in under 30 minutes, it's the perfect side dish or light meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 576.1 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Saffron Almond Rice

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How to Make Saffron Almond Rice

  1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a small saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, combine the rinsed rice, water, saffron threads, toasted slivered almonds, chopped apricots, salt, pepper, and cinnamon.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 5-10 minutes. This allows the rice to steam and finish cooking.
  6. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

76g

Fat

7g

Carbs

32g