Serves: 4
Ingredients
Instructions:
STEP 1:
Soak saffron in 2 tablespoon of boiling water for 10-15 minutes.
STEP 2:
Place the artichoke liquid, salt and saffron infusion with rice in a medium saucepan. Add water (sufficient water to cover the rice with 1 inch of liquid) and stir well.
STEP 3:
Bring to boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes until the rice is tender and adding more water if necessary.
STEP 4:
Heat the oil in a large saucepan; add the onion, celery and garlic and sauté until soft.
STEP 5:
Add thyme, bell peppers and asparagus and stir to coat. Cover and sauté over medium heat, stirring frequently for 5 minutes adding a little water to prevent from sticking.
STEP 6:
Add the peas, tomatoes, artichoke hearts and sweet corn, stir well and simmer for 5-10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
STEP 7:
Adjust the seasoning then drizzle the vegetables with a little extra olive oil.
STEP 8:
Pile the rice onto warmed plates and spoon the vegetable mixture on the top. Serve hot.
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