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Turkey Spice

Safran

世界一高価なスパイス!オスマン宮廷を彩る黄金の香り

Vegan

Description

An ultra-premium spice made from drying the three red stigmas extracted from a single flower, dyeing dishes a vibrant golden color.

Classification: For Hardcore Fans,Premium Spice,Golden Aroma

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How to use

Ingredients

  • Saffron crocus stigmas

Instructions

  1. [Authentic Recipe]
  2. Hand-pick purple saffron crocus flowers before dawn while buds are still closed during the short autumn blooming period.
  3. On the same day, carefully pluck only the
  4. red stigmas with tweezers (hundreds of flowers are needed for 1g).
  5. Dry the stigmas quickly with charcoal fire or hot air to fix the aroma and color. Extract the golden liquid by soaking in warm water or rosewater before use.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips

Key spices

Noble exotic aroma and golden color

Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets

Turmeric (color only substitute)

Pairing

Pilafs and rice puddings

Trivia

[Trend] Turkey's World Heritage city 'Safranbolu' is named after being a saffron hub. The highest quality saffron is still cultivated there today.

Eating tips & etiquette

[Unique Eating] Add just a pinch to rice pudding (Zerde) and elegantly enjoy the golden color and aroma like a court banquet!

Allergen

None

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