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Is there a good substitute for saffron?

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susan G.
susan G.November 27, 2011
I just used sumac as a sub -- felt very clever!
Regine
RegineNovember 27, 2011
Annato as well (achiote in Spanish)! U can find it in the latin isle of supermarkets.
bexwithanx6
bexwithanx6November 27, 2011
Thank you all for the help!
Panfusine
PanfusineNovember 27, 2011
none!, but as mentioned above, turmeric for the color.
boulangere
boulangereNovember 27, 2011
Turmeric will give you a similar color, but nothing will duplicate the flavor.
DP
DPNovember 27, 2011
Safflower or a pinch of turmeric to mimic the color.
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