Cooking with Saffron: Choosing the Authentic Strands

Since saffron is a spice or ingredient that is a bit expensive than the others, many often try to go for the cheap packs, most of which are, unfortunately, fake and adulterated. There are things in this world which can never be counterfeited or compromised in quality, saffron is one of those. If only the color is concerned, any liquid food colors can do it; but not buying saffron at all is better than purchasing duplicate ones just for the sake of saving money. Among the varieties, Moroccan, Spanish, Indian or any other, only the guaranteed and authentic ones can work like magic. No one buys saffron in bulk; a 100 gram bottle can go a long way in any kitchen. It is better to choose the strands over the powered ones.