Ingredients for - Stovetop Saffron Rice

1. Uncooked long-grain rice 2 cups
2. Crushed saffron threads ¾ teaspoon
3. Butter 4 tablespoons
4. Whole cardamom seeds 6
5. Whole cloves 4
6. Cinnamon sticks 3
7. Onion, chopped 1
8. Boiling vegetable broth 3 cups
9. Salt 1 teaspoon

How to cook deliciously - Stovetop Saffron Rice

1 . Stage

Cover rice with cold water and set aside to soak for 30 minutes.

2 . Stage

Soak saffron threads in 2 tablespoons boiling water.

3 . Stage

Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; add cardamom, cloves and cinnamon and fry 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in onion and saute, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Stir in the rice, reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.

4 . Stage

Pour in the boiling broth and stir in the salt and saffron.

5 . Stage

Cover and cook until rice is cooked and all liquid is absorbed, about 40 minutes.