Saffron Rice

Name: Authentic Saffron Rice from Oman
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Oman
Ingredients: 2 cups basmati rice; 4 cups water; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 15 saffron threads (about 1/2 tsp saffron paste); 2 tablespoons butter or ghee (optional); 1 teaspoon oil (optional); Freshly chopped cilantro (for garnish, optional)