Afghan Rice Pilaf with Chicken and Yogurt - Bor Pilau

Time

Prep 40 min · Cook 90 min · 130 min total

Difficulty

medium

1. 1

   Fry the sliced onion in the oil until soft and golden brown. Add the chicken or lamb pieces and fry until golden brown. Add the garlic and fry for a minute or two. Now add the yogurt, salt, red pepper and ground cilantro. Simmer over a medium heat until the meat is tender (about 40 minutes).

   40 min
2. 2

   Meanwhile wash and soak the rice in plenty of water for about 30 minutes. Bring 5 cups water to a boil in a large pan and add the rice. Bring back to a boil and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, then strain in a colander.

3. 3

   Take one half of the rice and put in a large pan. Add the chicken and its juices. Add the remaining half of the rice and s sprinkle the saffron and cardamom and a little more red pepper over it.

4. 4

   Cover the pan with a tightly fitting lid and increase the heat for a minute or so to bring back the juices to a boil, then place the pan in a preheated oven at 300°F for about 45 minutes.

   45 min

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