TURKMEN PULAO RECIPE | Molong Pulao | Kabuli Pulao in Afghanistan | Street food

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric adds color and health benefits at a lower cost.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried apricots

💰Cheaper: dried cranberries

Dried apricots provide a similar sweetness with added nutrients.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are budget-friendly and easy to use.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Mix in sliced carrots and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.

Sprinkle in cumin, black pepper, and salt, stirring to combine.

Add rinsed rice and stir to coat with the mixture.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Once cooked, fluff rice with a fork and fold in raisins and chickpeas.

Cover and let sit for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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