Kashmiri Mongra Saffron

Kashmir Saffron (Kesar) consists of three types: Laccha, Mongra and Zarda. Mongra is one of them that comes with a sweet earthy fragrance and a rich red pigment. The ancient Kashmiri Mongra Saffron is the most expensive of all three because of it's superior quality. The reason why it's expensive is the fact that it is harvested by hand, making it an intensive work process since it is done manually plus climate plays an important role. Sunlight, moisture and cold temperature must be of a  particular degree when picking the flowers.

A saffron flower has only three stigmas per flower. And once it has been removed from the plant, it is then dried to conserve it's colour and flavour. It is an all-rounder ingredient that comes with many health benefits!

Did you know? 

To make one gram of saffron, about 150 flowers are used! 

• A Grade Kashmiri Mongra Saffron - Our product has been sourced all the way from Pampore, Kashmir, which is the Saffron city of India!
• Pure & Natural- The threads are not cut or broken, and are 100% Natural with no use of chemical treatment or preservatives.
• Premium Aroma & Taste- Our Saffron has a delicate red hue and flavour. 
• Direct from Farmer - Our Kesar is sourced directly from farmers and supports the indigenous community and their livelihood.

Our Mongra Saffron is produced in Pampore, Kashmir where the best quality of saffron is cultivated. Pampore is known as the Saffron Town of India. 

• Kesar Doodh (Saffron Milk) - Add this spice to a cup of hot milk and some dry fruits to make yummy Kesar Milk. 
• Saffron Tea - Make a hot or cold tea by combining kesar with water and a sweetener. For added flavour mix in a spoonful of lemon juice along with some mint leaves.
• Aromatic - Saffron has a subtle taste and aroma, which makes it easy to incorporate into dishes. It goes really well with savoury dishes and must be soaked in hot water for at least 30 mins to give a deeper flavour and hue.
• Sweets - Make delicious Indian sweets with kesar! Add in Kheer, Shrikhand, Seviyan(vermicelli), Halwa, Sheera, Pedas and Kulfi.
• Skincare - Saffron is a natural antiseptic and is known as a skin lighting agent, which can help with pigmentation and tan. Combine it with our witch hazel or rose water, to use as a face toner.

• Antioxidant-rich - Saffron is high in  antioxidants, such as crocin, picocrocin, safranal, and kaempferol. Antioxidants help protect the cells against oxidative stress.
• Helps with Common Flu - Saffron is very effective to treat the common cold and fever. It also aids in the treatment of insomnia since it does contain medicinal properties.
• Reduces PMS - Consuming and inhaling a few saffron threads can help in controlling PMS moods.  Indications include mood swings,  headaches, cravings, pain, and anxiety.
• Anti-inflammatory- Its's anti-inflammatory properties can help treat inflamed parts of the body and detoxify the body from toxins.

Keep away from moisture