Badia Sazon With Saffron 7 oz Pack of 3
Badia Sazón with Saffron — 7 oz Pack of 3 (Sazón con Azafrán)
Three 7 oz shakers of Badia Sazón with Saffron — the budget-friendly Cuban kitchen workhorse that delivers the deep yellow color and warm aroma of saffron at a fraction of the cost. The signature blend of annatto, saffron, salt, garlic, cumin, and oregano is the everyday answer for arroz amarillo, paella, sopa de pollo, and pollo guisado.
Product details
- Brand: Badia Spices
- Size: 7 oz shaker x 3 (21 oz total)
- Key ingredients: Annatto (achiote), saffron, salt, garlic, cumin, oregano, tropical spices
- Certifications: Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free
- Best for: Arroz amarillo, paella, pollo guisado, sopa de pollo, ropa vieja, rice and bean dishes
What makes this different from regular Sazón Tropical?
Most Cuban-American kitchens own both. Sazón with Saffron (this product) leans more aromatic and floral — the saffron adds a subtle perfume that elevates rice and chicken dishes. Sazón Tropical with Annatto and Coriander is earthier and more savory, better for stews and meat braises. If you cook a lot of arroz amarillo or paella, this is the saffron version you want. For pollo guisado and arroz con pollo, the coriander version is more traditional.
How to use
Stir 1/2 to 1 tsp into rice cooking water for arroz amarillo — you'll get the rich golden color and subtle saffron note. Sprinkle on chicken or fish before pan-searing for color and flavor. Add to sopa de pollo (Cuban chicken soup) for warmth. Use in paella as the base seasoning.
Saffron substitute economics
Real saffron costs $5–10 per gram. A pinch of saffron for arroz amarillo runs $1–2 per serving. Badia Sazón with Saffron delivers the look and most of the aroma at roughly 2 cents per serving. That's why it's the everyday Cuban kitchen choice — you save the real saffron for special occasions.