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Chicken Saffron Fried Rice
Recipe by HomeCookingShow
A vibrant, restaurant‑style chicken fried rice infused with saffron, mustard seeds, and garlic. Quick enough for a weeknight dinner yet flavorful enough to impress, this dish uses leftover basmati rice for perfect texture and a splash of olive oil for richness.
EasyIndo‑ChineseServes 3
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Source Video
29m
Prep
21m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h
Total
Cost Breakdown
Total cost:$5.67
Per serving:$1.89
Critical Success Points
- • Cooking rice until dry and cooling it completely
- • Popping mustard seeds without burning
- • Ensuring chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safety
- • Adding saffron water at the very end to keep its flavor intact
Safety Warnings
- • Hot oil can splatter – use a splatter guard if needed.
- • Make sure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
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