Where to Buy Saffron Online
You can buy saffron online at Madeline's, which carries USDA Certified Organic Kashmiri saffron from Pure Indian Foods and Spanish saffron threads from Country Life Natural Foods, each in 1 gram sizes, plus a saffron finishing salt and a ready-to-cook porcini and saffron risotto. Buy whole threads rather than powder, and a little goes a long way.
Where to buy it on Madeline's
These are in stock on Madeline's today. Details come from each maker's listing. Each maker ships its own order directly.
USDA Certified Organic saffron from Kashmir, India, 1 g.
Spanish saffron, 1 gram, for paella, rice dishes and desserts.
Sea salt with saffron, a finishing salt from Old Town Spice Shop.
Carnaroli rice with porcini and real saffron from Piemonte, Oliveri.
What to look for
- Whole threads, not powder
- Deep red color and a floral, hay-like aroma
- Origin information from the seller
- A small amount you will use within a year or two
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Frequently asked questions
- Is it safe to buy saffron online?
- Yes, from a seller that lists origin and sells whole threads. Powder is easier to adulterate.
- How much saffron do I need?
- A pinch of threads is enough for most dishes serving four. One gram goes a long way.
- What is the difference between Kashmiri and Spanish saffron?
- They come from different growing regions. Both are dried Crocus sativus stigmas; flavor and color strength vary by origin and grade.