Classic Saffron Rice

6 ingredients
4 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups water (or chicken stock)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon finely minced onion (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 small pinch saffron, crumbled

Directions

  1. 1
    Place butter and minced onion in a heavy quart saucepan.
  2. 2
    Saute over medium heat until onion is translucent.
  3. 3
    Add rice, saffron, water or stock and salt. Bring to a rolling boil.
  4. 4
    Cover, reduce heat to simmer, cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed (about 18 minutes).

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