Saffron Threads ‘La Mancha’
£ 4.95
Gluten free
Vegan and Vegetarian Friendly
100% natural
Hand packed in UK
Saffron threads have a delicate yet intensely warm, musky flavour with a sweet aroma. Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world, due to its complex harvesting process. The stamen is hand-picked from the Crocus Sativa plant on the fertile La Mancha plateau in Spain. On estimate, it takes 250 000 flowers to make one kilo of threads!
Given its lucrative nature and high price, it’s not uncommon to find that Saffron has been tampered with, with other substances such as turmeric, paprika, or even dyed corn silk. So it’s important to buy saffron from a reputable source to ensure its purity and quality!
Saffron threads are a luxury in many cultures and saved for very special recipes and occasions. Scandinavian cultures use saffron at Christmas for the St Lucia Saffron Buns, while Italy make a delicious creamy risotto ala Milanese. Try using in bouillabaisse (French fish soup), paella, tomato-based sauces and asparagus.
As well as in food, Saffron imparts a golden hue into gin and tonics. This is one of the many unusual ingredients in our gin and tonic garnish box. Learn more about Saffron and Saffron health benefits here.
Unsurprisingly, Saffron has played an important role in many cultures throughout history. It was used as a dye in ancient Egypt and was considered a symbol of wealth and status in ancient Greece and Rome. In many cultures, saffron is still used in traditional ceremonies and rituals today.
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Gluten free
Vegan and Vegetarian Friendly
100% natural
Hand packed in UK