Brown Rice Pilaf with Saffron and Ginger

INGREDIENTS

• 1 (1-inch) piece unpeeled fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon diced shallot
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 3/4 cups water or vegetable broth, homemade or store-bought
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 cup brown basmati rice, soaked, rinsed, and drained well
• 1/8 teaspoon saffron
• 1 teaspoon warm water
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil