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Sheermal
Saffron steeped in warm milk until it gives up all its gold.
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The Chemistry in This Bake
Steeping saffron threads in warm milk to extract their color and aroma before adding it to the dough.
Learn the full technique →Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Instant yeast
- Warm milk
- Sugar
- Ghee (or butter)
- Saffron threads
- Salt
- Cardamom (optional)
Method
Steep saffron threads in warm milk for 20-30 minutes until deeply colored and fragrant.
Knead flour, yeast, sugar, ghee, and the saffron milk into a soft, rich dough.
Let it rise until doubled.
Divide and roll into thick rounds or ovals.
Rest 15 minutes, then dock lightly.
Bake at 230 °C for 8-10 minutes until golden with saffron-yellow flecks.