Saffron comes from Crocus sativus, the saffron crocus. Each flower produces just three red stigmas, all picked by hand in autumn. After harvesting, the threads are gently dried, concentrating their colour, aroma, and flavour. #saffron #crocus #harvest #spices #nature | Portnoo Market Garden

Make the most of your saffron with a two-step process (maximum flavor and color): 1. Grind the saffron: Use either a pestle and mortar or a spice grinder. Grind until all of the strands become a fine powder. 2. Bloom the ground saffron in water: Stir 1/8 teaspoon of the ground saffron with 3 tablespoons of water. Allow to bloom for 10 minutes. | The Mediterranean Dish