My favorite Pakistani dish is Afghani Pulao. Pulao is a traditional dish of Afghanistan. It’s made from slow-cooked rice flavored with saffron and garnished with vermicelli and fried onions. Saffron, a spice commonly used in cooking, gives pulao its distinctive golden hue. Afghani Pulao is frequently served at weddings, religious ceremonies, and other social occasions. In addition to its culinary uses, saffron has medicinal purposes in some traditional cultures.
Saffron and nuts are the delicious and versatile spice that adds flavor, crunch, and depth. Having walnuts as a garnish has made this Afghan delight come alive. The golden color of these walnut pieces looked like scattered pieces of golden treasure. I have used Pakistani walnuts and Kashmiri saffron, crispy, delicious, and taste fresh. Opening the package and smelling a balanced nutty and sweet aroma assures me that I am using a quality product.
Ingredients
2 Cup Boiled Kachi Basmati Rice
4 Chicken Boneless Thighs
3 Carrots Cut into Pieces
½ Cup Raisins
½ Cup Pakistani Walnuts
1 Teaspoon Kashmiri saffron
3 Minced Garlic
¾ Tablespoon Garam Masala
1 Teaspoon Cumin Powder
¼ Teaspoon Cinnamon Powder
2 Medium Onion Chopped
⅓ Cup oil
3 Tablespoon to fry carrot walnuts, and raisins
Salt to Taste
4 ½ Cup Hot Water
½ Teaspoon Cardamom Powder
Instructions
Wash and soak the rice 4 times. Leave it aside for at least 30 mins. Fry the onions in oil till light brown in colour. Remove them from the oil and set aside. In a large pot, add the remaining oil and when hot add the meat. Brown the meat from both sides. Add onions, garlic, salt, spices and one cup of hot water. Let it simmer until the meat is cooked. Add another cup of water, when it boils add the rice. Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Cook for 35 mins. Add 3 tbsp oil to a frying pan, shallow fry the raisins and walnut. Remove and add carrots and cardamom powder. Fry for 3 mins. Serve the rice with chicken and garnished with fried carrot, Kashmiri saffron, raisin and Pakistani walnut.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories: 554kcal
Carbohydrates: 89g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 14g, Sodium: 1188mg, Potassium: 333mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 7g, Vitamin A: 6680IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 41mg, Iron: 1.2mg
