Zafrani Pulao or saffron rice is a Mughlai Zafrani biryani, filled with aromatic richness and tastes heavenly. Zafrani is derived from the Arabic word ‘zafaran’, which means ‘having golden strands’. Zafrani pulao is a traditional dish that uses saffron to give the rice a beautiful golden yellow colour and a pleasing aesthetic look. The pulao is known to be cooked in the royal kitchens of Awadh and Hyderabad. This dish is usually served hot during the Eid festivities. The rice is well cooked in saffron, nuts, cardamom and various other Biryani spices. Many cultures have different variations and recipes for this simple yet delicate dish. It is one of the easiest recipes that is light on the palate but heavily loaded with flavours. The dish is a package of sweet, tangy, aromatic, spicy and luscious flavours that provide a treat to the taste buds.