500KG GIANT KABULI PULAO RECIPE - Most Famous Afghani Pulao Recipe - Asli Baba Wali Hotel

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Brown rice is healthier, while long-grain rice is often less expensive.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried apricots

Dried cranberries provide a similar sweetness with less sugar.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts are heart-healthy, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

Rinse basmati rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic, cumin, cardamom, and black pepper; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

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

Add sliced carrots and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil; season with salt and bay leaves.

Add soaked rice to the pot, gently stir, and reduce heat to low.

Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.

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

Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with raisins and almonds before serving.

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