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Kabuli Pulao, Afghan Rice

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 mins
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Afghan
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Kabuli Pulao is a fragrant Afghan rice dish cooked with aromatic spices, tender lamb shank, almonds, carrots, and raisins for a delicious sweet and savory flavor.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
  • 5 green cardamom pods
  • 1 black cardamom pod
  • 4 cloves
  • 2 inch cinnamon stick
  • 1/3 cup cooking oil
  • 1 1/2 to 2 lbs lamb shank
  • 1 large onion
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups water

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup raw almonds
  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 2 tablespoons sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare Spices: Toast cumin seeds, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon in oil. Remove and set aside.
  2. Brown Lamb: Brown lamb in the same pan, then add onion, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook Rice: Add water, spices, and rice. Cook until rice is almost done.
  4. Add Extras: Stir in almonds, carrots, raisins, and sugar. Cook until rice is fully done.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add ghee during cooking.
  • Adjust salt and sugar according to taste preferences.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 55 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg