What does infuse half the hot chicken stock with saffron mean?

"Infuse half the hot chicken stock with saffron" means to steep the saffron threads in half of the hot chicken stock. Here's how to do it:

1. Heat the Chicken Stock: Bring half of your chicken stock to a simmer on the stovetop.

2. Add Saffron: Add the saffron threads to the simmering stock. The amount of saffron will depend on your preference and the strength of the saffron. A pinch or two is usually sufficient.

3. Steep: Allow the saffron to steep in the hot stock for at least 15 minutes, and preferably up to 30 minutes. This will allow the saffron to release its vibrant color and flavor.

4. Strain: Before using the infused stock, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the saffron threads.

Why infuse?

Infusing the saffron in the hot stock will create a more flavorful broth. Saffron has a very potent, earthy, and slightly sweet flavor that will enhance the chicken stock.

Tip: To get the most flavor out of the saffron, you can gently crush the threads with your fingers before adding them to the stock.