Saffron, with its beautiful shade and unique fragrance, is a much sought-after spice that can make even the simplest rice ...

Saffron rice pudding can be found in India and Iran, and probably other saffron-growing countries, too. I'm not going to start any arguments about where it originated because I don't know.

This saffron water is then added to dishes like steamed rice and chicken kabobs, desserts like rice pudding and halva, and even infused with tea. Another bright yellow Persian food that owes its ...

Persian Feast is a formidable primer into ... s bellies for the cardamom and rose water pudding or the light saffron rice pudding infused with rose water and decorated with sprinkled cinnamon.