Persian Rice Pilaf with Saffron Recipe

Ingredients For Persian Rice Pilaf with Saffron Recipe

• 1.5 cup Basmati rice
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 Onion chopped
• 0.25 cup Coarsely chopped apricots
• 0.5 inch One cinnamon stick
• 2 Cardamom pods lightly bruised
• 4 cup Boiling water
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Plain yogurt
• pinch A small pinch of saffron threads
• 1 teaspoon Powdered turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• Salt
• 0.25 cup Finely chopped spring onions
• 0.25 cup Pomegranate seeds