You may have heard about saffron when ordering your delicious Middle-eastern, and Indian food. However, do you know exactly how it looks like, and why is it so famous?
Saffron is a type of flower in which its stigmas have many medicinal properties. For thousands of years, people add saffron to many middle eastern cuisines due to its unique aroma and health benefits. From appetizer to dessert, you can easily find saffron in the dishes when you visit the middle east. According to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization, 85% of saffron in the world grows in Iran, and 1 gram of saffron can cost you up to US$16, which makes it the most luxurious spice in the world. Fortunately, a tiny bit of saffron goes a long way, and you can use the saffron from cooking to beauty remedy in the comfort of your own home
