Garlic Saffron Rice

Fluffy, aromatic, and packed with flavor, this is the only rice recipe you’ll ever need. It elevates any meal instantly and smells heavenly while cooking.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rice (rinsed)

• 1/2 yellow onion, chopped

• 4 cloves of garlic, finely minced

• 1 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)

• 1 1/2 cups water or broth

• 1/4 tsp saffron

• 1/2 cup hot water (for blooming saffron)

• 4 tbsp avocado oil

• Fresh parsley, chopped

• 2 serrano peppers

Directions:

1. Bloom the Saffron: Place the saffron in 1/2 cup of hot water and let it sit for a few minutes to release its vibrant color and aroma.

2. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat 4 tbsp of avocado oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes slightly translucent.

3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic. Immediately reduce the heat to low to ensure the garlic softens without burning.

4. Prepare the Liquid: Add the 1 1/2 cups of water (or broth) plus the saffron water into the pan. If using, add a bouillon cube now for extra depth.

5. Boil: Cover the pot with a lid and bring the liquid to a boil.

6. Season: Add 1 tsp of salt and taste the liquid. Adjust the seasoning now to ensure the rice absorbs the flavor perfectly.

7. Add Rice: Stir in your rinsed rice and bring the pot back up to a rolling boil.

8. Simmer: Once the water begins to dry up and small "steam bubbles" form on the surface, add the chopped parsley and whole serrano peppers on top.

9. Final Steam: Cover the pot tightly with the lid and reduce the heat to the lowest setting.

10. Rest & Serve: Cook for exactly 7 minutes on low heat. Turn off the heat and let it sit for a moment before fluffing. Serve it with your Peri Peri chicken or your favorite protein!