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Beef Pulao

Cultural Context

Beef Pulao is a cherished dish in Pakistani cuisine, often served during special occasions and family gatherings. This one-pot meal showcases the rich flavors of marinated beef and fragrant basmati rice, making it a staple at weddings and festive celebrations. While variations exist across regions, the essence of Pulao remains the same, with each family adding their unique touch. Today, it's enjoyed not just in Pakistan but also in various South Asian communities around the world.

PakistaniPKmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs beef
2 cups basmati rice
2 medium onions
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 medium tomatoes
2 green chilies
1 cup yogurt
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
4 cardamom pods
1 cinnamon stick
2 bay leaves
4 cloves
1/4 cup cilantro
1/4 cup mint
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: mutton

Chicken is leaner and mutton is often more affordable.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Brown rice offers more fiber, while long-grain rice is cost-effective.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt has more protein, and sour cream is often cheaper.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers provide flavor without heat, while jalapeños are often less expensive.

1

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

2

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

3

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

4

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

5

Incorporate beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

6

Mix in yogurt, cumin seeds, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, and cloves.

7

Season with salt and add enough water to cover the beef.

8

Cover and simmer until beef is tender, about 1-1.5 hours, adding water as needed.

9

Once beef is cooked, remove whole spices and add rinsed basmati rice.

10

Pour in enough water to cover the rice by about an inch, and bring to a boil.

11

Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.

12

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

13

Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro and mint before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringsteaming

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Beef PilafPulao Gosht

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