Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 1st, 2025

At Ultra Saffron Company (“USC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), your privacy is of the utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit uscsaffron.com or interact with our digital services.

1. Google Analytics Addendum

Our website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC (“Google”). Google Analytics uses small text files called cookies to help analyze how visitors use our site.

The information generated by these cookies—such as your IP address, browser type, and site activity—is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers located in the United States.
If IP anonymization is activated, Google will truncate your IP address within member states of the European Union (EU) or the European Economic Area (EEA) before transfer. Only in exceptional cases will your full IP address be sent to Google’s servers in the U.S. and shortened there.

Google uses this data to evaluate your website activity, compile reports, and provide other services related to website usage. Your IP address will not be combined with other Google data.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may limit your access to some features of our website.
By using our site, you consent to Google’s processing of data about you as described above.

To prevent data collection by Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on here:
👉 http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

You can also prevent data collection on this website specifically by clicking [here] (which sets an “Opt-out Cookie” on your browser).

For more information, please refer to:

Note: This website uses Google Analytics with IP anonymization (“gat._anonymizeIp();”) to ensure the anonymized collection of IP addresses.

2. Google reCAPTCHA

We use Google reCAPTCHA, a service provided by Google LLC, to protect our site from spam and automated abuse. This tool helps ensure that form submissions come from real individuals rather than bots.

When you use forms protected by reCAPTCHA, certain data—including your IP address and possibly other information needed by Google—is transmitted to Google for analysis.
Within EU and EEA countries, Google truncates and anonymizes your IP address before transfer to the United States. Only in rare cases is the full IP address sent to Google’s servers in the U.S. and shortened there.

Google processes this data on behalf of USC to evaluate and secure website interactions. Your IP address collected by reCAPTCHA is not merged with any other Google data.

This data collection is governed by Google’s Privacy Policy, which you can review here:
👉 https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/

By using our site and its forms, you consent to the processing of your data by Google in accordance with these policies.

3. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy, data practices, or your rights, please contact us:

📧 Email: support@uscsaffron.com
🌐 Website: https://uscsaffron.com
📍 Address: Los Angeles, CA

Ultra Saffron Company values transparency and trust. We are committed to protecting your privacy while providing an exceptional saffron experience across all our digital platforms.

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French Bouillabaisse

Origin: France 🇫🇷
Why Saffron Matters: It’s the defining note in this Provençal seafood stew, balancing the richness of fish and shellfish with a delicate floral spice.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tomato, chopped

  • ½ tsp USC saffron threads

  • 1 lb mixed fish and shellfish (cod, mussels, shrimp)

  • 3 cups fish stock

  • Herbs: thyme, bay leaf, parsley

Method:

  1. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil.

  2. Add tomato and herbs; cook for 5 minutes.

  3. Bloom saffron in warm fish stock, then add to pot.

  4. Simmer gently, add seafood, and cook until tender.

  5. Serve with rouille sauce and crusty bread.

Indian Saffron Kulfi (Frozen Dessert)

Origin: India 🇮🇳
Why Saffron Matters: It infuses the dessert with a luxurious aroma and creamy golden hue — authentic kulfi depends on real saffron, not artificial color.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups whole milk

  • ½ cup sweetened condensed milk

  • ¼ cup heavy cream

  • ½ tsp USC saffron threads

  • ¼ tsp cardamom powder

  • Chopped pistachios (optional)

Method:

  1. Warm milk, condensed milk, and cream in a saucepan.

  2. Bloom saffron in 2 tbsp warm milk for 10 minutes, then add it in.

  3. Add cardamom; simmer until mixture thickens.

  4. Pour into molds, freeze overnight.

  5. Garnish with pistachios before serving.

Spanish Paella Valenciana

Origin: Spain 🇪🇸
Why Saffron Matters: Saffron gives paella its signature golden color and rich earthy aroma — without it, paella loses its authenticity.

Ingredients:

  • 1½ cups short-grain rice (like Bomba)

  • 1 pinch USC saffron threads

  • 3 cups chicken or seafood broth

  • ½ lb chicken or seafood (shrimp, mussels, or a mix)

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • Olive oil, paprika, salt

Method:

  1. Sauté garlic, pepper, and protein in olive oil.

  2. Add rice, toast lightly.

  3. Bloom saffron in warm broth, then pour over rice.

  4. Simmer without stirring until rice absorbs the liquid and forms a crust (socarrat).

  5. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Persian Saffron Rice (Tahdig)

Origin: Iran 🇮🇷
Why Saffron Matters: It’s the soul of Persian cuisine — pure saffron gives the rice its golden hue, floral aroma, and subtle sweetness.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups basmati rice

  • ½ tsp USC saffron threads, crushed

  • 3 tbsp hot water

  • 2 tbsp butter or ghee

  • Salt to taste

  • Optional: 1 potato (for a crispy bottom crust, “tahdig”)

Method:

  1. Rinse and parboil rice until slightly tender.

  2. Bloom saffron: steep crushed threads in hot water for 10 minutes.

  3. In a non-stick pot, melt butter; optionally add thin potato slices.

  4. Layer rice, drizzle saffron water evenly, cover and steam for 30–40 minutes.

  5. Flip to reveal golden crispy tahdig.