Uzbek Plov (Lamb and Rice Pilaf)

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After searching everywhere for a Uzbek plov (lamb and rice pilaf) recipe to recreate an amazing dish I tried at a Middle Eastern restaurant, I decided to try making this myself. Though not authentic, it still is amazing. Enjoy!

Submitted by SarahandtheCity
Updated on August 13, 2024
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 40 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 2 cups basmati rice

  • 4 whole heads garlic

  • ½ cup vegetable oil

  • 2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, cut into 3-inch pieces

  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced

  • 5 large carrots, coarsely grated

  • ½ cup fresh barberries

  • 2 tablespoons cumin seeds

  • 2 tablespoons coriander seeds

  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

  • 2 cups boiling water to cover

  • 2 tablespoons salt

Directions

  1. Place basmati rice in a large bowl; cover with warm water and set aside. Wash whole heads garlic; set aside.

  2. Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven or large skillet over high heat until smoking. Add lamb; cook, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Stir in onions; cook and stir until softened and browned, about 10 minutes. Stir in carrots; cook and stir until softened, about 10 minutes. Add barberries, cumin, coriander, and peppercorns; drop whole heads garlic into Dutch oven, stirring to evenly distribute. Reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook 30 minutes.

  3. Wash and drain basmati rice with hot water; add to Dutch oven in an even layer on top of lamb. Slowly pour in 2 cups boiling water. The rice should be covered with about 3/4-inch water. Do not stir. Season with salt; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook until rice is tender and liquid absorbed, about 20 minutes. Stir rice and lamb together; serve with whole garlic heads on top.

63 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

497 Calories
23g Fat
56g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 497
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g 29%
Saturated Fat 6g 29%
Cholesterol 50mg 17%
Sodium 1808mg 79%
Total Carbohydrate 56g 20%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin C 16mg 17%
Calcium 110mg 8%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 447mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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