SAFFRON RICE

Saffron is one spice which is very costly and is grown in very cold places. It gives a very special color and flavor to any recipe. Apart from it being used in many curries, sweets, desserts and biryani recipes, it can be used to make a simple flavored rice recipe which can be had with any masala gravy. Give it a sure try.

INGREDIENTS
Cooked rice                  3 cups
Salt                               to taste
Saffron strands             a big pinch
Milk                             3 Tsp
Whole garam masala    cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, bay leaf, star anise.
Cashews                      a handful
Ghee                           2 Tsp

PROCEDURE
Soak the saffron strands in hot milk for 10 to 15 minutes.  Now you can also grind the strands with mortar and pestle or use as is.
Heat ghee and add the whole garam masala, cashews.
When the cashews are fried add the cooked rice, saffron milk, salt.
Cover and cook on a slow flame till all the flavors incorporates well.
Serve with any masala gravy curry.