Persian Saffron Water

Directions

1. 1
   You also need a mortar & pestle.
2. 2
   Put equal amounts of saffron & white sugar in your mortar. Grind together using the pestle.
3. 3
   Boil some water. (A Turkish coffee maker pot works well as it holds a small amount).
4. 4
   Add some of the hot water to the saffron mixture (1 tbs to about 1/8- 1/4 tsp Iranian saffron) and pour into a spice bottle. Cover & give it a nice shake.
5. 5
   Open the lid and let it cool down to room temperature.
6. 6
   Store bottle in the fridge and use as needed.