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Saffron represents the colors of the purple crocus. They bloom once a year, and only for a few days. In addition, saffron crocuses differ from our familiar crocus and the three hidden lollipops, which are dried for saffron.
Picking saffron is extremely laborious and delicate and is done only by hand. Connoisseurs know that it should be done early in the morning before sunrise. About 150 flowers are needed for 1 g of dry saffron. And the price is also impressive.
Saffron is often called the king of spices. It is considered the most refined and fragrant. Only a few powders of it, added to the dish, fundamentally change all its taste qualities, giving it a pleasant slightly bitter taste and aroma.
In addition, it has a tonic and sobering effect. It is most often added on its own. It goes well only with pepper and garlic. It can be found in a number of recipes for soups, meat dishes, fruit jellies, sauces, ice creams, mousses and more.
As a spice saffron has been used since ancient times. Many peoples added saffron to their tea before going to bed to enhance their clairvoyant abilities. It was also added to decoctions for love. The ancient Greeks put it in wine for euphoria. Today it can be found en masse in France and England. The highest quality is grown in Spain.
Apart from being a spice, saffron is also part of many food supplements. However, the exact doses that can be recommended by him are not yet known. Recipes for severe cough, fever, liver and stomach diseases, cataracts, which contain saffron, are known from folk medicine. It tones and strengthens the body, promotes trouble-free digestion, regulates the menstrual cycle.
Despite all the benefits of saffron consumption, the recommended doses are minimal. Larger amounts can lead to intoxication and even death.
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