INGREDIENTS
1/2 tsp
saffron threads
2 tbsp
ghee or clarified butter*
4
cardamom pods
1
small (2-inch) cinnamon stick
4
whole cloves
10
black peppercorns
2 1/2 cups
long grain white rice**
2 tsp
Kosher salt
Zest of one orange (about 1 1/2 teaspoons, packed)
2 tbsp
pistachios
2 tbsp
blanched slivered or sliced almonds
2 tbsp
golden raisins