How should saffron be used and stored?
Always buy whole saffron threads, instead of powdered saffron, which may be cut with non-saffron ingredients. Crush the threads between your fingers to better release their flavors before adding them to a dish. When using saffron threads whole in a recipe, you’ll get more flavor by soaking them in hot liquid first. Store saffron airtight away from light. It’s best to buy saffron in small quantities as it loses its flavor quickly.
