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Spiced Lamb Pilaf

Spiced Lamb Pilaf

Discover the rich flavors of Spiced Lamb Pilaf, a dish that combines tender lamb, fragrant spices, and perfectly cooked rice for an unforgettable meal experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil
  • 2 units yellow onions, finely chopped
  • 500 g boneless lamb, cut into 2cm cubes
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon salt (divided)
  • 1 cup slivered almonds, raw and unsalted
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1 cup seedless raisins
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 cups basmati rice

Equipment

  • Large, deep pot with a tight-fitting lid
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Colander
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Heat ghee in a large pot, add onions, and cook until golden brown and soft, about 15 minutes. Set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add cubed lamb and cook on high until browned.
  3. Sprinkle in garam masala, cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of salt; cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of water, return onions to the pot, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
  5. In a skillet, toast slivered almonds until lightly golden and set aside.
  6. Sauté julienned carrots in the same skillet until soft, then add raisins and cook until plump, sprinkling with sugar.
  7. Rinse basmati rice, boil water with salt, add rice, cook for 6 minutes, drain, and set aside.
  8. Remove cooked lamb, reserve 1 cup of its liquid, combine rice with remaining salt and reserved liquid; layer lamb and carrot-raisin mix.
  9. Cover pot with paper towels and a lid, steam over medium heat for 5 minutes, then reduce to low for 25 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh spices for the best flavor. Rinse the rice to remove excess starch and ensure fluffiness. Taste as you go to adjust seasoning. Serve with yogurt or a cucumber salad for balance. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months. Reheat with a splash of water to keep the rice moist.
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