spice

Saffron thread

Kesar

0.5 g1 teaspoon

1.5 g1 tablespoon

Very light threads; 1 tsp ≈0.5 g, pinch ≈0.1 g.

Nothing truly replaces saffron's aroma; saffron powder is the same spice ground.

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  Saffron powder

  Use the same weight; it disperses faster, so no steeping is needed. Add directly to warm milk or oil.

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  Ground turmeric

  Use a tiny pinch for colour only, about 1 g for 0.2 g saffron. It will not give saffron flavour.

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  Screwpine water or rosewater

  Use 1 tsp for a floral scent only. It does not replace saffron's colour or taste.

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