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Bairam Palovi (Festive Pilaf - Uzbek Wedding Palov)

5 cups rice
3 lbs. mutton or beef
2 lbs. Carrots
5 onions
3/4 cup raisins
1 cup chickpeas, canned
½ cups vegetable oil
Salt, black pepper, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and barberries to taste.

Cut meat in small pieces and sear in hot oil. Add sliced onions, after a few minutes put in carrot strips and mix. Add 2 ½ quarts water, chickpeas, raisins, salt, and spices; simmer for 25-30 minutes. Add rice and more water, ½ inch above surface of rice. Cook uncovered until water evaporates. Cover and cook on low heat 30-40 minutes or until done. Mix rice and serve in a mound on a large platter topped with meat pieces.

recipe from

Food Culture in Russia and Central Asia
by Glenn R. Mack and Asele Surina

http://www.centralasianfood.com/