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Kabuli Pulao

Cultural Context

Kabuli Pulao is a traditional Afghan dish that showcases the rich culinary heritage of Afghanistan. It is often served at special occasions and gatherings, symbolizing hospitality and celebration. The dish combines aromatic basmati rice with tender meat, sweet carrots, and raisins, reflecting the diverse influences of Afghan cuisine, which includes Persian, Indian, and Central Asian elements.

AfghanAFmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup chickpeas
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon salt
few cloves
1 small bay leaf
300 grams long grain basmati rice
2 tablespoons ghee
2 tablespoons oil
whole spices (bay leaf, cinnamon, clove, cardamom)
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 large onions
5 green chillies
2 teaspoons fresh ginger garlic paste
4 medium sized tomatoes
2 teaspoons red chili powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
2 teaspoons chana masala powder
handful of fresh mint leaves
handful of fresh coriander leaves
2 cups hot water

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is lower in fat and calories, while beef can be more budget-friendly.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice is more nutritious, while white rice is often less expensive.

1

Soak 1 cup of chickpeas in water for about 8 hours or overnight.

2

After soaking, transfer the chickpeas to a pressure cooker and add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon salt, a few cloves, and 1 small bay leaf. Pour enough water to immerse the chickpeas and mix.

3

Close the pressure cooker and cook for about 4 whistles on medium flame.

4

Open the pressure cooker to check if the chickpeas are soft.

5

In a bowl, wash 300 grams of long grain basmati rice a few times and soak it for about 30 minutes.

6

In a deep pot, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee and 2 tablespoons of oil. Add whole spices: bay leaf, cinnamon, clove, cardamom, 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, and 1 teaspoon cumin seeds. Sauté until fragrant.

7

Add 2 large thinly sliced onions and 5 slit green chillies. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.

8

Add 2 teaspoons of fresh ginger garlic paste and mix well.

9

Add 4 finely chopped ripe tomatoes and sauté until they become mushy.

10

Once the tomatoes are mushy, add 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons red chili powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, and 2 teaspoons chana masala powder. Mix everything well until combined.

11

Add the cooked chickpeas along with their cooking water and mix well.

12

Add a handful of fresh mint leaves and a handful of fresh coriander leaves. Mix everything well.

13

Gently add the soaked basmati rice and mix carefully to avoid breaking the rice.

14

Add 2 cups of hot water and mix everything well.

15

Close the pot, reduce the flame to medium-low, and let the rice cook for about 15 minutes.

16

After 15 minutes, check the rice; it should be cooked and flavorful.

Cooking Techniques

sautéedsteamed

Equipment Needed

pressure cookerdeep pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

Afghan PilafQabuli Pulao

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