Product Details

Saffron threads are the brilliantly colored red-burgundy dried stigma of the blue saffron crocus flower, Crocus sativus. Saffron is one of the most revered and expensive spices in the world since they are individually hand collected. It has long been used as a culinary flavor, a therapeutic botanical in many traditional medicines, as a natural dye and as a coveted beautifying agent. Saffron infuse any dish with a deep orange to red color. This brightly colored pigment in saffron known as crocin is a uniquely protective antioxidant. The deeper the color and the more intense the flavor profile, the higher concentration of crocin content in the stigma. Organic Traditions offers the highest quality, Certified Organic Saffron from Kashmir, India, one of the world’s most celebrated regions for saffron. Saffron’s quality can be identified by the depth and strength of its color and taste profile. Lower quality saffron is thin, brittle, dry and orange-red in color. Organic Traditions offers the most exquisite saffron in the world. The intensely deep red-burgundy stigmas, indicating a higher crocin content and treads that are plump, thick and somewhat moist are all indicators of exceptional quality.

Suggested Use

Organic Traditions Saffron can be used in a variety of creative ways. Boil a pinch in water to create a delicious and soothing tea alone or combined with 1 teaspoon of Organic Traditions Vanilla powder and 1-2 teaspoons of Organic Traditions Yacon Syrup. Saffron works best when it is infused in hot liquids or when it is ground or blended so that the beneficial compounds can be released. Add saffron to soups, stews, curries, rice dishes, sauces and more. To create a nourishing, low-glycemic, antioxidant rich smoothie add a pinch of saffron in your blender with your favorite Organic Traditions superfoods.

Storage Information: Refrigeration not required. Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

Ingredients

• Certified Organic Saffron (Crocus sativus)

Allergen Information: Produced in a facility that packages tree nuts (Almonds, Hazelnuts and Cashews). The facility is dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free and peanut free. 

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