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🇮🇷 Iran dessert

Persian Saffron Ice Cream

Fragrant saffron-rose ice cream with pistachios and chewy cream pieces.

Prep & cook35 min + freezeDifficultyMediumServes6
Persian Saffron Ice Cream

Make it step by step

Method

  1. 1

    Bloom saffron in 2 tablespoons hot water.

  2. 2

    Warm milk, sugar and salep, whisking until slightly thickened.

  3. 3

    Add saffron, rose water and cream, then chill the mixture completely.

  4. 4

    Churn in an ice-cream machine and fold in chopped pistachios.

  5. 5

    Freeze for 4 hours, then soften for 10 minutes before scooping.

Chef’s tip

A little saffron goes a long way; bloom it first for even colour and aroma.