Stir in the bloomed saffron. Turn off the heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes. The natural oil from the walnuts and chicken will rise to the top. That’s a sign of a khoresh that is jā-oftādeh, a ...

Kesar kulfi, a delightful frozen dessert, gets its signature bright yellow hue and subtle floral notes from saffron, making ...

A little lighter, the sholeh zaard, traditional Persian rice pudding with saffron, served cold, is the perfect end to the ...