Saffron gives a soft, mild buttery-yellow colour whereas turmeric’s shade is more intense. Saffron has a distinctive flavour that can be overpowering if used excessively. It is best used when ...

Saffron gives a distinctive aroma and flavour and a yellow colour to Spanish paella and Italian risotto and is also a classic ingredient in the French fish soup, Bouillabaisse. Crush the stigmas ...