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Saffron

SAFFRON

Saffron, زعفران   also referred to as RED GOLD is a spice derived from the dried stigmas of the saffron crocus flower (Crocus Sativus).

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Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world and being an object of desire it has always been a victim of fraud. Low quality saffron is often traded on international markets, and the specifications for pure saffron are not always respected. The value of this spice has made it a target for adulteration throughout the ages. At Hamdan, we ensure that each and every strand of saffron sold passes the quality check. The precious deep red threads lend dishes a subtle but luxurious fragrance, flavour, and bright golden colour. Saffron threads are the dried stigmas of the Crocus sativus L. plant, a cultivar of the iris family.

Why is saffron so expensive?

The purple flowers of the C. sativus bloom over a 6-week period each year, during which time the flowers are harvested, and each pistil is picked by hand – just three per flower. The pistil varies from yellow at its base (the style) to red at the tip (the stigma), and is dried over charcoal to develop its full flavour and aroma. Forty hours of labour are needed to pick the ~150,000 flowers needed to produce 1 kilogram of saffron threads, with careful attention to ensure the highest quality

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