Mugwump's Fish World
Other topics and Interests => Mugger's Feeding Trough => Topic started by: LizStreithorst on June 27, 2014, 04:56:56 PM
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/cuban_style_pork_rice.html
I will have to substitute canned artichoke hearts for fresh but that's no biggie. I'm not willing to drive into the city for a pint of rum, so I will leave it out. But saffron...I have a feeling that it's a necessary ingredient and it is absolutely not available here. It's way expensive. Nobody would buy it. I like to cook from time to time, and this is the first time even I have wanted to make something that called for it. I'll hunt for a substitute but I know dang well there will not be an acceptable one.
I will use this. It won't be the same but it will have to do.
Saffron Substitutions
Unfortunately, there is no truly acceptable substitute for saffron. Its distinctive flavor is a must for classic dishes such as paella, bouillabaisse, and risotto. If your recipe calls for saffron, do yourself a favor and use the real thing to fully appreciate the intended result.
? However, if you absolutely must substitute, a combination of 1/8 teaspoon of turmeric plus 1/2 teaspoon of sweet Hungarian paprika may be substituted for 1/4 teaspoon of ground saffron.
Tumeric and Paprika will at least give you a nice color Liz. Let us know how it works.
Barb
I'll do it next Friday, the 4th. The color will be right but all the subtle undertones will be lost. I expect it to be good but not blow me away.