Prep Time: 5 Min
– 1 cup of milk – A few strands of saffron – 2-3 tablespoons of sugar (adjust to taste) – 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder (optional) – A pinch of crushed almonds and pistachios (optional)
Cook Time: 5 Min
Ingredients
Heat the milk Pour the milk into a saucepan and place it on medium heat. Let the milk come to a gentle boil. Stir occasionally to prevent the milk from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Add saffron Once the milk starts boiling, add a few strands of saffron to it. Saffron will give the milk a beautiful golden color and a distinct flavor. You can crush the saffron strands with your fingers before adding them to the milk for better infusion.
Add sugar Add 2-3 tablespoons of sugar to the milk, or adjust the amount to your desired level of sweetness. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
Add cardamom powder (optional) For additional flavor, you can add 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder to the milk. Cardamom has a warm and aromatic taste that complements the saffron well. Stir well to incorporate the cardamom powder.
Simmer and steep Reduce the heat to low and let the saffron milk simmer for another 5 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the saffron to infuse fully into the milk.
Serve After simmering, turn off the heat and let the saffron milk cool for a minute. Pour it into serving cups or glasses. You can garnish with a pinch of crushed almonds and pistachios on top for added crunch and flavor.
Enjoy! Your delicious and aromatic saffron milk is now ready to be enjoyed. Sip it warm for a comforting drink or chill it in the refrigerator for a refreshing cold beverage. Saffron milk is known for its soothing properties and is often consumed as a bedtime drink or during special occasions. Enjoy the rich flavors of saffron and the goodness of milk in every sip!