Carmencita Saffron Powder 0.035 oz Pack of 3

Carmencita Saffron Powder 0.035 oz Pack of 3Real Spanish saffron the foundation of paella and arroz con pollo Carmencita is one of Spain's most respected saffron brands, sourcing pure azafrn from La Mancha. This pack of 3 individual sachets (0. 035 oz 1 g each) gives you the real golden red threads that color and flavor paella, arroz con pollo, and traditional Spanish Cuban rice dishes not cheap turmeric based substitutes. Product details Pack of 3 0. 035 oz (1 g) sachets Pure Spanish saffron

Real Spanish saffron — the foundation of paella and arroz con pollo

Carmencita is one of Spain's most respected saffron brands, sourcing pure azafrán from La Mancha. This pack of 3 individual sachets (0.035 oz / 1 g each) gives you the real golden-red threads that color and flavor paella, arroz con pollo, and traditional Spanish-Cuban rice dishes — not cheap turmeric-based substitutes.

Product details

• Pack of 3 × 0.035 oz (1 g) sachets
• Pure Spanish saffron — Crocus sativus stigmas, no fillers
• Imported from Spain by Carmencita
• Sealed sachets preserve aroma and color
• Approx 6-8 servings of paella per sachet

How to use saffron in cooking

1. Bloom the saffron in 2-3 tablespoons of warm broth or water for 10-15 minutes before adding to the dish
2. For paella, add the bloomed saffron with the broth — never directly into hot oil, which scorches the threads
3. One sachet (1 g) is enough for a full paella for 6 — a little goes a long way
4. Stir gently to distribute color and flavor evenly through the rice

Saffron vs Bijol — what's the difference?

Bijol is annatto-based — gives you the yellow color and a mild earthy note, perfect for everyday Cuban arroz amarillo. Saffron is the real deal — adds floral complexity and a deeper golden-red color that's prized in Spanish paella and special-occasion arroz con pollo. Many Cuban kitchens use both: Bijol for daily cooking, saffron for special occasions.

Why three sachets

Saffron loses aroma after opening, so single-use sachets preserve quality. Three sachets covers about 18-24 servings of paella — typically 3-6 months of weekend cooking for an enthusiast.