How Many Saffron Threads to Use in Risotto Alla Milanese

Question

The Milk Street recipe of Risotto alla Milanese calls for a tsp of saffron threads. I attempted to find out how to convert threads to tsps but found confusing and conflicting information. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

Elizabeth Mindreau · Accepted Answer

Hi Robert –
This is a good question. Milk Street recipes using saffron call for a volume amount which leaves a lot of room for interpretation. A good rule of thumb I've seen recommended by some sources is to use 3 strands per person in a dish. Our Risotto alla Milanese serves 4, so that would be 3 strands times 4 equals 12 strands for the entire dish.

How Many Saffron Threads to Use in Risotto Alla Milanese

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