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    Zafrani Pulao Recipe | Saffron Pulao Recipe

    Last Updated On: Jul 3, 2022 by Sharmilee J

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    Zafrani Pulao as the name suggests is a saffron infused pulao version from Moghul cuisine which is mildly sweet, aromatic & delicious. Zafrani pulao made by cooking rice with saffron infused milk & blend with tempered nuts & dry fruits. Zafrani Pulao is a must try at home for weekend lunch and special occasions.zafrani pulao recipe

    Zafrani Pulao a mildy sweet pulao made with saffron and nuts as main ingredients.This zafrani pulao was suggested by my cousin sister and asked me to refer cheeni khum too that tempted me more.

    I received saffron and nuts directly from Kashmir so wanted to try them so made this zafrani pulao.I received unshelled walnuts and almonds so removing the hard shell took a good amount of time as the kids sat to help it was more a activity for all of us. When I was opening the parcel itself, I could sense the strong saffron smell, so couldn’t wait to use it in my recipes.If you are looking for good quality saffron you can buy here it is soo flavorful and good.

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    Zafrani Pulao Recipe

    Zafrani Pulao as the name suggests is a saffron infused pulao version from Moghul cuisine which is mildly sweet, aromatic & delicious. Zafrani pulao made by cooking rice with saffron infused milk & blend with tempered nuts & dry fruits. Zafrani Pulao is a must try at home for weekend lunch and special occasions.
    Prep Time30 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time50 minutes mins
    Servings2
    AuthorSharmilee J

    Ingredients

    To soak:

    • 1 tablespoon hot milk
    • 5 strands saffron

    For cooking rice

    • 1 cup basmati rice
    • 1/2 cup milk
    • 1 and 1/2 cups water
    • 8 to 10 small strands saffron

    To temper:

    • 2 tablespoon ghee
    • 1 tablespoon oil
    • 2 half inch cinnamon
    • 2 nos cloves
    • 1 no cardamom
    • 1 no bayleaf

    For fryings nuts :

    • 1 tablespoon ghee
    • 15 nos cashews
    • 15 nos almonds chopped
    • 2 tablespoon raisins
    • 1 teaspoon sugar

    Instructions

    • Soak around 5 strands of saffron in a tablespoon of hot milk. Set aside.
    • Soak rice in water for 30 mins. Rinse well and drain and set aside.
    • Heat oil + ghee - add the spices, give a quick mix then add drained rice, Saute for few seconds. Then add water + milk.
    • Add 8 to 10 strands saffron,sugar and salt. When it starts to boil, add rice mix well and cook covered .
    • Open and stir in between just once or twice not often. Stir gently.
    • Cook covered until rice turns soft. Add saffron milk. Give a quick mix.
    • Rice may look sticky when its hot but after cooling down it becomes grain separated.
    • Now heat ghee in a tadka pan - add cashew and almonds, saute until golden then add raisins fry until it bubbles up nicely.
    • Add this to rice and mix it. Fluff it gently do not over mix else rice will break.
    • Serve hot with a drizzle of ghee!

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    Notes

    • You can use long grained basmati rice.I used normal basmati rice only.
    • Do not add more milk
    • You can have many variations like adding fried onions and fruits too.
    • Saffron quantity can vary depending on the quality and the thickness of each strand.
    • If you like more sweetish pulao then you an add more sugar.
    Nutrition Facts
    Zafrani Pulao Recipe
    Amount Per Serving (150 g)
    Calories 803 Calories from Fat 360
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 40g62%
    Saturated Fat 17g106%
    Trans Fat 0.03g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 5g
    Monounsaturated Fat 16g
    Cholesterol 66mg22%
    Sodium 58mg3%
    Potassium 572mg16%
    Carbohydrates 101g34%
    Fiber 5g21%
    Sugar 6g7%
    Protein 13g26%
    Vitamin A 181IU4%
    Vitamin C 6mg7%
    Calcium 172mg17%
    Iron 3mg17%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    How to make Zafrani Pulao

    1. Soak around 5 strands of saffron in a tablespoon of hot milk.Set aside.Soak rice in water for 30 mins.Rinse well and drain and set aside.
      How to make zafrani pulao recipe - Step1
    2. Heat oil + ghee – add the spices, give a quick mix then add drained rice, Saute for few seconds.Then add water + milk.
      How to make zafrani pulao recipe - Step2
    3. Add 8 to 10 strands saffron,sugar and salt.When it starts to boil, add rice mix well and cook covered.Open and stir in between just once or twice not often.Stir gently.
      How to make zafrani pulao recipe - Step3
    4. Cook covered until rice turns soft.Add saffron milk.Give a quick mix
      How to make zafrani pulao recipe - Step4
    5. Rice may look sticky when its hot but after cooling down it becomes grain separated.Now heat ghee in a tadka pan – add cashew and almonds, saute until golden then add raisins fry until it bubbles up nicely.
      How to make zafrani pulao recipe - Step5
    6. Add this to rice and mix it.Fluff it gently do not overmix else rice will break.
      How to make zafrani pulao recipe - Step6

    Serve hot or warm with a drizzle of ghee!

    zafrani pulao recipe

    Rich and yummy zafrani pulao ready!

    Expert Tips

    • You can use long grained basmati rice.I used normal basmati rice only.
    • Do not add more milk
    • You can have many variations like adding fried onions and fruits too.
    • Saffron quantity can vary depending on the quality and the thickness of each strand.
    • If you like more sweetish pulao then you an add more sugar.

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    1. Debjani Chatteree Alam

      November 13, 2018 at 3:49 pm

      This is a brilliant recipe! Would make for sure

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    2. Parveen

      November 23, 2018 at 8:38 pm

      Can we pressure cook the rice? Can we use jaggery instead of sugar?

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      • Sharmilee J

        December 07, 2018 at 6:56 am

        yes you can pressure cook rice, yes you can use jaggery

        Reply
    3. RailRecipe

      November 26, 2020 at 6:02 pm

      It really looks so delicious and the best part is your recipe is easy to cook. I would definitely try this and share this recipe with my friends also. Thanks

      Reply
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