{"product_id":"afghan-saffron","title":"Saffron - Afghan Select","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrocus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried saffron threads from Afghanistan, the red stigmas of Crocus sativus, prepared for cooking. Afghan Select features rich red threads with fewer yellow styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep, earthy, and aromatic with delicate floral and honey-like notes. Adds a golden color and distinctive flavor to dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally used in Afghan, Persian, and South Asian cooking to flavor rice dishes, stews, sweets, and fragrant drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Prepare \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightly crush a small pinch of threads and steep in a few tablespoons of warm water or milk for 10–20 minutes. Add the threads and infused liquid to rice, soups, stews, or desserts. Use sparingly; a little goes a long way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from light, heat, and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organically Grown","offers":[{"title":"2 gram","offer_id":39672860704821,"sku":"","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1790\/4709\/files\/IMG_6736.heic?v=1791133279","url":"https:\/\/lhasakarnak.com\/products\/afghan-saffron","provider":"Lhasa Karnak Herb Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}