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Kabuli Pulao

Afghanistan's national dish: steamed basmati crowned with caramelised carrot and raisins over slow-cooked lamb.

Prep45 min
Cook1 h 30 min
Total3 h
Serves6
DifficultyMedium
Per serving936 kcal
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AfghanistanMain courseHalal-friendlyGluten-freeDairy-freeNut-free

Ingredients

For 6 servings. All ingredients are generic, never brand names.

  • Basmati rice3 cups
  • Lamb shoulder, cubed1 kg
  • Onions, sliced2 large
  • Carrots, julienned3
  • Raisins1/2 cup
  • Sugar2 tbsp
  • Cumin seeds1 tbsp
  • Cardamom pods5
  • Oil6 tbsp
  • Salt2 tsp
  • Water5 cups

Method

  1. Soak the riceRinse until the water runs clear, then soak in salted water 45 minutes and drain.
  2. Brown the meatFry the onions deep brown, sear the lamb, add 3 cups water, salt and cardamom and simmer 60 minutes until tender.
  3. Candy the toppingFry the carrots with the sugar until glossy, add the raisins for 2 minutes and set aside.
  4. Par-boilBoil the rice 5 minutes until soft outside, firm inside, then drain.
  5. SteamLayer rice over the meat and stock, scatter cumin, cover tightly and steam 25 minutes on low.
  6. ServePile on a platter, bury the meat inside and crown with carrots and raisins.

Nutrition per serving

Calories936 kcal
Protein36.1 g
Carbohydrates96.0 g
Fat45.2 g
Fibre3.7 g
Sugar15.4 g
Sodium924 mg
Saturated fat15.5 g
Serving sizeabout 510 g

Estimated from the ingredients; actual values vary with brands and portion sizes.

Allergens

Contains none of the common allergens. Use halal-certified meat and poultry.

Quick answers

How long does Kabuli Pulao take to make?

About 3 h in total: 45 min of preparation and 1 h 30 min of cooking, plus 45 min resting.

How many calories are in Kabuli Pulao?

About 936 kcal per serving, with 36 g of protein. The recipe makes 6 servings of about 510 g each.

Which allergens does Kabuli Pulao contain?

Based on its ingredients it contains none of the common allergens. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients.

Where is Kabuli Pulao from?

Kabuli Pulao is a main course from Afghanistan. Afghanistan's national dish: steamed basmati crowned with caramelised carrot and raisins over slow-cooked lamb.

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