Afghani Kabuli Pulao is a traditional and delicious rice dish that is perfect for any special occasion. This recipe is inspired by the traditional cuisine of Afghanistan and it’s a great way to enjoy a taste of the region in the comfort of your own home. Afghani Kabuli Pulao is made with a combination of long-grain rice, chickpeas, raisins and a variety of spices and herbs. The ingredients are cooked together in a pot and the result is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is perfect to be served as a main course.
Afghani Kabuli Pulao
Ingredients
- 3 cups Rice washed and soaked in hot water for 3-4 hours
- 3 tablespoons Cumin seeds
- 7 green Cardamoms
- 7 black Cardamoms
- Salt
- 3 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 2 Onions sliced
- 2 Carrots cut in matchsticks or you can use the pre shredded ones
- 2 cups Tri color raisins
Instructions
- 3 tablespoons of Cumin seeds, 7 Green cardamoms & 7 Black cardamoms
- Grind them to make a fine powder and set aside.
- Thinly slice the onions and fry the onions on medium heat till translucent then add salt
- Now add 1 tablespoon of the prepared powder
- Add 1/2 cup of water
- Cut your carrots into matchsticks or add the pre shredded ones to the onions and then add the raisins.
- Mix well and add 3 cups of water.
- Again stir and add the soaked rice.
- Make sure its mixed well. Stir gently every few minutes till done.
- The rice will cook quickly as its been soaking for a few hours. It should take about 7-8 minutes but as each stove is different please keep an eye on it.
- Cook till almost done and then add 1 and a half tablespoons of the prepared powder.
- Poke holes in the rice and cover your pan for 3 minutes high heat and 20 minutes on low heat.
- Your Kabuli pulao is now ready to eat.
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