Saffron Recipes

Saffron recipes contain one of the world’s rarest spices, known for the yellow hue it gives dishes. When you’re looking to make something special for dinner or dessert, choose from our recipes using saffron.

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Chicken Biryani

1 review

Few South Asian dishes are as exquisite as chicken biryani, with its fragrant spices and perfectly cooked rice.

Maqluba

1 review

Maqluba is a traditional Middle Eastern dish with layers of vegetables, warmly spiced meat and rice. When flipped upside down,...


Shrimp & Cod Stew in Tomato-Saffron Broth

3 reviews

I love coming inside on a cold day and smelling this comforting seafood stew simmering in the kitchen. —Lydia Becker,...


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Albondigas Soup

This traditional Mexican recipe is made with small spiced meatballs and a rich tomato broth. Load each bowl of albondigas...


Kulfi

1 review

Looking for a frozen dessert recipe that does not require an ice cream machine? Try kulfi, a sweet, thick Indian...

What Is Saffron?

Saffron is a treasured spice, known for its goldenrod color and rich, distinct flavor. Here's what to know about the...


Grilled Chorizo and Shrimp Paella

1 review

This shrimp paella recipe is not only healthy but satisfying, too! It has vitamin C from the sweet red pepper,...

Spicy Orange Quinoa

A creative way to serve the super grain quinoa, this recipe combines the flavors of citrus, crunchy Brazil nuts, vegetables,...


Hearty Paella

8 reviews

I had paella for the first time in Spain. It was so good that I've been on the quest to...


Lauren’s Bouillabaisse

1 review

This golden-colored soup is brimming with an assortment of seafood and is paired with savory, colorful sourdough toast with spread.—...


Southwestern Shrimp with Salsa

1 review

I prefer grilling in the summer because you don't need to turn on the stove and heat up the house....

Shrimp & Broccoli Brown Rice Paella

9 reviews

Years ago my husband and I were vacationing in France and came across an open market where a man from...


Rhubarb Beef

2 reviews

My daughter made a trip around the world and brought home this recipe from Iran. I've served it often to...


Spanish-Style Paella

11 reviews

If you enjoy cooking ethnic foods, this hearty rice dish is wonderful. It's brimming with generous chunks of sausage, shrimp...


Best Paella

1 review

A big pan of paella is the perfect choice when cooking for a crowd. All you need to round out...


Creamy Sausage Risotto

2 reviews

I have fond memories of standing at the stove cooking this hearty Italian rice dish with my Nona. I’ve altered...

Moroccan Spice Blend

2 reviews

For years, we've enjoyed dishes flavored with this version of ras el hanout, a Moroccan spice blend we use on...