Saffron Bamboo Rice Recipe
Make Saffron Bamboo Rice Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak the Saffron
In a small bowl, add the saffron strands to 2 tablespoons of warm water. Let it soak for about 10 minutes until the water turns a golden color.
- 2
Rinse the Rice
In a fine mesh strainer, rinse the basmati rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
Cooking
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed basmati rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Stir to combine.
- 4
Add Soaked Saffron
Add the saffron mixture (including the water) into the pot with the rice. Stir well to distribute the saffron evenly.
- 5
Cook the Rice
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- 6
Add Bamboo Shoots
After 15 minutes, uncover the pot and add the sliced bamboo shoots. Stir gently and cover again, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- 7
Serving
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Transfer the saffron bamboo rice to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
