Qabuli Pulao

Qabuli Palao

Qabuli pulao is a variety of pilaf made in Afghanistan, parts of Pakistan, and other parts of Central Asia. It consists of steamed rice mixed with raisins, carrots, and beef or lamb. There exist different variations depending on the region.
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Qabuli Ingredients
  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 5 cardamom pods, divided
  • 1 onion, peeled and halved
  • 1 whole head garlic, loose skins removed
  • 5 whole cloves, divided
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper, divided
  • 2 teaspoons cumin seed, divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
  • 3 ½ cups water
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 cup carrots, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ½ cup slice almonds

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