Uzbekistan's ULTIMATE STREET FOOD - Rice Plov + Paper & Silk Workshop Tour | Samarkand, Uzbekistan

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is budget-friendly.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: no fruits

Fresh fruits can add flavor without added sugar.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: beans

Lentils provide protein with a different texture, while beans are often cheaper.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in sliced carrots and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.

Add cubed lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.

Mix in minced garlic and spices, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add soaked rice to the pot, spreading it evenly over the meat and vegetables.

Pour in enough water to cover the rice by about an inch.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot with a tight lid.

Simmer 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 mix in any optional ingredients like dried fruits or herbs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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