Carmencita Saffron Powder 0.035 oz Pack of 3

Real Spanish saffron — the foundation of paella and arroz con pollo

Carmencita is one of Spain's most respected saffron brands, sourcing pure azafrán from La Mancha. This pack of 3 individual sachets (0.035 oz / 1 g each) gives you the real golden-red threads that color and flavor paella, arroz con pollo, and traditional Spanish-Cuban rice dishes — not cheap turmeric-based substitutes.

Product details

• Pack of 3 × 0.035 oz (1 g) sachets
• Pure Spanish saffron — Crocus sativus stigmas, no fillers
• Imported from Spain by Carmencita
• Sealed sachets preserve aroma and color
• Approx 6-8 servings of paella per sachet

How to use saffron in cooking

1. Bloom the saffron in 2-3 tablespoons of warm broth or water for 10-15 minutes before adding to the dish
2. For paella, add the bloomed saffron with the broth — never directly into hot oil, which scorches the threads
3. One sachet (1 g) is enough for a full paella for 6 — a little goes a long way
4. Stir gently to distribute color and flavor evenly through the rice

Saffron vs Bijol — what's the difference?

Bijol is annatto-based — gives you the yellow color and a mild earthy note, perfect for everyday Cuban arroz amarillo. Saffron is the real deal — adds floral complexity and a deeper golden-red color that's prized in Spanish paella and special-occasion arroz con pollo. Many Cuban kitchens use both: Bijol for daily cooking, saffron for special occasions.

Why three sachets

Saffron loses aroma after opening, so single-use sachets preserve quality. Three sachets covers about 18-24 servings of paella — typically 3-6 months of weekend cooking for an enthusiast.