Plov
Plov is a traditional Central Asian dish made with rice, meat, carrots, and spices. It's a delicious one-pot meal that is popular in countries like Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 1 lb lamb or beef, cut into small pieces
- 2 large carrots julienned
- 1 large onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups water or broth
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the meat and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
- Stir in the carrots and cook until they start to soften.
- Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat the rice in the oil and meat juices.
- Sprinkle in the cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour in the water or broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 688kcal (34%)Carbohydrates: 81g (27%)Protein: 26g (52%)Fat: 27g (42%)Saturated Fat: 12g (75%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 83mg (28%)Sodium: 107mg (5%)Potassium: 519mg (15%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 5141IU (103%)Vitamin C: 6mg (7%)Calcium: 78mg (8%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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