Hand-Picked Threads Free from Additives or Preservatives 100% Natural & Fresh Saffron Grade A+ Best Quality Saffron Saffron Comes Directly from Farms Price - AED 450.00 Saffron : The King of All Spices Saffron is the stigmas from the Crocus Sativus flower. There are only 3 stigmas (referred to as saffron threads) per flower. It takes anything from 70,000 to 250,000 flowers to make one pound of saffron. Saffron originates from Western Asia, most likely Persia (Iran). The crocus was cultivated in ancient Europe, the Mongols took saffron from Persia to India. In ancient Times saffron was used medicinally and in food & dye coloring. This spice is considered as a golden spice as it can not only be used in cooking to add an aroma to food, turning any dish into an exotic one, it can also be beneficial to a number of health problems. Why BUY4RICH Premium Saffron? Guaranteed to be of the highest quality and purity The stigmas/threads are cut in a unique way to protect its flavor. Picked and packed according to higher standards. Grade 1 product. Harvested by skilled hands. It is composed of 65% carbohydrates, 6% fat, 11% protein and 12% water. In comparison to other spices or dried foods, the nutrient content of dried saffron shows richness in the content of B vitamins and dietary minerals. The Premium Saffron product is from the newest harvest of the year. Shipping in 2 business days or less within the country of UAE.