Premium Afghan saffron – from Herat
Premium Afghan saffron – from Herat
✓ 100% pure flower stigmas (Crocus sativus) ✓ Hand-harvested & gently dried ✓ ISO-certified quality – Class I ✓ Intense aroma & vibrant color ✓ Vegan, gluten-free, no additives
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Product description & origin:
Our saffron comes from the Herat region in western Afghanistan, one of the world's most renowned growing areas for high-quality saffron. The red stigmas of the crocus flower (Crocus sativus) are carefully harvested by hand, selected, and gently dried. Herat saffron is characterized by its intense color, robust aroma, and high crocin content – a true premium product. The package contains 1g .
Certification
Certification
Laboratory-tested quality (ISO 3632-2 standard)
Highest quality class (Category I)
Free from artificial additives
Caffeine-free, vegan, gluten-free
(Organic certification available upon request)
Average nutritional values (per 100 g)
Average nutritional values (per 100 g)
(Estimated values – irrelevant in everyday life, as saffron is used in very small quantities)
Energy: approx. 310 kcal
Fat: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 65 g
Dietary fiber: 3.9 g
Protein: 11 g
Salt: < 0.1 g
Possible health benefits (traditionally passed down)
Possible health benefits (traditionally passed down)
– Mood-enhancing, balancing to the nervous system, antioxidant
– Used in traditional medicine to strengthen the heart, digestion and mood
(Note: These effects are based on traditional knowledge, but are not fully supported by scientific evidence.)
🍴 Recommended use:
– In rice dishes such as Persian “Zereshk Polo” or Afghan “Qabeli”
– For desserts, teas, syrups or liqueurs
– A pinch is enough – let it steep in warm water or milk beforehand for full flavor.
– Also popular in skincare formulations or as an elegant gift
Allergens / Trace information
Allergens / Trace information
May contain traces of nuts, sesame or other spices (when processed in mixed facilities)
Ingredients
Ingredients
100% pure saffron (Crocus sativus – dried flower stigmas)
storage
storage
Store in a closed container (ideally in glass or metal)
Best before: see label – can be stored for up to 3 years if stored properly
