Saffron has long been an integral part of my cooking – there are recipes I simply can't imagine without it . In this post, I'll share two personal favorites with you:
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a recipe for saffron and fig jam
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A simple yet powerful saffron tea/saffron infusion recipe
For both recipes I use high-quality saffron threads from Khorasan by Safranya. .
Recipe 1: Saffron and Fig Jam
Golden fig jam with saffron – perfect for breakfast & with cheese
This saffron and fig jam is fruity, slightly exotic, and wonderfully aromatic thanks to the saffron. It's ideal with croissants, cheese platters, yogurt, or as a filling for pastries .
This results in
approx. 6–8 glasses of 200 ml each
Ingredients
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1 kg ripe figs
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500–600 g gelling sugar (2:1 or 3:1 – depending on the desired sweetness)
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1 organic lemon (juice & grated zest)
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0.1 g saffron threads (approx. 20–25 threads, preferably Safranya saffron) )
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approx. 50–100 ml warm water for soaking the saffron
Tip: For a particularly even release of aroma, you can crush the threads beforehand with a saffron mill or saffron grater .
preparation
1. Prepare the saffron
Soak the saffron threads in a small glass of warm water for about 20 minutes to allow the color and aroma to develop optimally.
2. Prepare the figs
Wash the figs, remove the stems and cut into small pieces.
If the skin is very thick, you can peel the figs – I always do that with ours.
3. Cook the jam base
Place the fig pieces in a large pot along with lemon juice and lemon zest.
Add the gelling sugar and mix everything well.
4. Cooking
Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring and let it boil vigorously for about 4-5 minutes according to the instructions on the gelling sugar package.
5. Add saffron
Towards the end of the cooking time, add the soaked saffron along with its liquid , stir well and let it cook for 1-2 minutes.
6. Bottling
Pour the hot jam into sterilized jars, seal tightly immediately, and turn upside down for about 5 minutes. Then turn right side up again and let cool completely.
Tips
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For a creamier consistency, briefly puree the jam before bottling – it looks very nice.
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The saffron and fig jam is a good match:
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excellent with cheese platters
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on bread & croissants
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as a filling for cookies, braided yeast bread or tartlets
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If you want to visually showcase the saffron, you can stir in a few whole saffron threads just before bottling – this way they will be visible in the glass.
You can find the saffron for this recipe here:
Premium saffron threads from Safranya
Recipe 2: Saffron tea (saffron decoction)
Simple saffron tea recipe for more peace & warmth
Our saffron tea , or more precisely, a hot saffron infusion , is one of my favorite rituals – whether in winter or on cool, rainy summer days. It's quick to prepare and ideal for relaxing in the evening or for a short moment of peace and quiet.
For 1 cup
Ingredients
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5 high-quality saffron threads ( Safranya saffron) )
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250 ml of hot, but not boiling, water (approx. 80–85 °C)
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1 tsp honey or maple syrup
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1 cinnamon stick
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optional: a little cardamom or a squeeze of lemon
(I myself usually only prefer saffron, honey and cinnamon)
preparation
1. Activate saffron
Grate the saffron threads into a powder using our grater, then pour 2-3 tablespoons of hot (not boiling) water over them in a small cup.
Let it steep for 10-15 minutes until an intense golden yellow color and a warm aroma have developed.
2. Brew the tea
Add the remaining portion of hot water (or tea, e.g. mild herbal tea).
3. Refine
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Place a cinnamon stick in the cup.
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Sweeten with honey or maple syrup to taste.
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Optionally, round it off with a little cardamom or lemon.
4. Enjoy
Drink slowly, consciously and as peacefully as possible – e.g. in the evening, snuggled up on the sofa, or as a gentle break in everyday life.
Tip: If you prepare saffron tea frequently, it's worth establishing a small routine:
In the morning, soak 5-10 saffron threads in a little water and pour hot water over them in portions throughout the day.
Saffron from Safranya – the basis for both recipes
The quality of the threads is crucial to ensure that your saffron-fig jam and saffron tea are truly aromatic, intensely colored, and of high quality.
At Safranya you get:
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Premium saffron threads from Khorasan, Iran – laboratory tested and hand-packed
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Stylish gift boxes with saffron – perfect if you want to give jam & tea as a gift
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suitable saffron accessories (mill, grater & more) , in order to optimally develop the aroma
Conclusion:
With just a few threads of saffron, you can conjure up golden favorite recipes in your kitchen – from fruity saffron-fig jam to warming saffron tea. Both recipes are simple yet special – and bring a touch of the Orient into your everyday life.
