Afghanistan Food - 2021 | Afghan Home Style Cooking | Meat Pulao | HD | Afghanistan Village Food

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is high in protein, while long-grain rice is more affordable.

meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork can be less expensive depending on the cut.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Dried cranberries offer a tart flavor, while sultanas are often less costly.

cumin

🥗Healthier: coriander

💰Cheaper: ground pepper

Coriander can provide a similar warmth with less intensity.

Rinse basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add meat to the pot, browning on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.

Mix in diced carrots and peas, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Add cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.

Pour in broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

Add the soaked rice evenly over the meat mixture, do not stir.

Cover the pot tightly and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork and mix in raisins before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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