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Tavuklu Biryani
Hard 3 hr~540 kcal 7/10
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Kabuli Pulao
Tender lamb, basmati rice, carrots, raisins, almonds, and warm spices layer into Afghanistan's celebratory pilaf.
Hard⏱️ 4 hr 26 min📖 1 min readServes 6~610 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 95 min cook 136 min rest
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Timeline
Total 4 h 26 min- Prep35 min
- Resting/Marinating2 h 16 min
- Cooking1 h 35 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
For the rice
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Basmati rice
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Butter
For the meat
- 700 g Diced lamb
- 2 Onions
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Vegetable oil
- 6 cup(~1200 ml) Water
For the topping
- 3 Carrots
- 0.8 cup(~160 ml) Raisins
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Almonds
For the spice mix
- 5 Cardamom pods
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Cumin
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Cinnamon
General
- 1.5 dessert spoon(~15 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Wash the rice and soak it in warm water for 30 minutes.
30 min30:00 - 2
Sear the lamb with the onions and vegetable oil for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 3
Add the water, salt, cardamom, cumin, and cinnamon, then cook the meat for 60 minutes.
1 hr60:00 - 4
Remove the meat and strain the broth.
- 5
Parboil the rice in the meat broth for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 6
Soften the carrots in butter for 5 minutes, then add the raisins and almonds.
5 min05:00 - 7
Layer the rice, meat, and carrot mixture, then steam over low heat for 25 minutes.
25 min25:00 - 8
Fluff the pilaf gently and transfer it to a serving platter.
💡 Tip: Soaking the rice first helps the grains lengthen without breaking during the long steaming.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve on a wide platter with yogurt salad and pickles.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~610
kcal calories
29
g protein
82
g carbs
20
g fat
Protein 19%Carbs 53%Fat 28%
GI 39 · Low GIGL 32 · High GL
18.2g
Sugar
4.4g
Fiber
1324.9mg
Sodium
16.9g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Tree nuts
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Kabuli Pulao make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Kabuli Pulao take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 95 minutes, including 136 minutes of passive resting; 266 minutes in total.Is Kabuli Pulao difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Kabuli Pulao have?
Approximately 610 kcal per serving. Protein: 29g, carbs: 82g, fat: 20g.Which allergens does Kabuli Pulao contain?
This recipe contains Tree nuts, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Kabuli Pulao belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Kabuli Pulao need?
This recipe needs 13 ingredients.Is Kabuli Pulao filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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