Saffron

saffron

Best known as the most expensive spice in the world, Saffron greatly stands out due to its highly distinctive taste and the incredible orange-maroonish color. The fact that the production of saffron is the most labor-intensive of all is one of the main reasons why it is more valuable than gold in terms of weight and is so expensive.

Saffron is basically the stigma of crocus flowers which is typically picked by hand. The best type of saffron is the one that has a beautiful and rich dark red color. Generally, this particular variety comes from Spain, Iran, and Kashmir.

Saffron is also very famous for its floral, honey-like fragrance that provides an incredible aromatic smell to any food dish. The flavor of this spice is very unique and is said to be very intense, which is one of the reasons why it is used in such small quantities.

Saffron is often used as a sedative as well as a treatment for dry skin, menstrual symptoms, and asthma

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