Fragrant beef pilaf

5 servings

90 minutes

Fragrant beef pilaf is a dish that combines the rich flavor of meat, sweet carrots, and spices that create a unique aroma. This pilaf is inspired by Eastern traditions, where each spice plays an important role in revealing the taste. Tender pieces of beef infused with the scent of cumin and turmeric harmoniously blend with fluffy rice that absorbs all the juices of the meat and vegetables. Barberry adds a subtle tartness, giving the dish a special piquancy. Garlic simmering in the middle of the pot deepens and enriches the flavor. Such pilaf would be a wonderful choice for a cozy family dinner or festive gathering, bringing warmth and richness to every bite.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 464.5
• Proteins: 21.5g
• Fats: 13g
• Carbohydrates: 62.7g

Ingredients

• Boneless beef: 500 g
• Round rice: 300 g
• Water: 550 ml
• Onion: 2 head
• Carrot: 4 pc
• Turmeric: 1 tsp
• Cumin seeds (jeera): 1 tsp
• Ground red pepper: 0.3 tsp
• Dried barberry: 1 tbsp
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Black peppercorns: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Ground paprika: 0.5 tsp
• Garlic: 1 head

Cooking steps

1. Cut the onion into half rings.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 2 heads

2. Chop the carrot into sticks.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 4 pieces

3. Cut the meat into medium-sized pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Boneless beef: 500 g

4. Place the onion in hot sunflower oil and fry until golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 2 heads

5. Add meat and cook for 6-8 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Boneless beef: 500 g

6. Add carrots to the meat, cook for about 8 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 4 pieces

7. Add all the necessary spices and sauté a little.

   Required ingredients:

   • Turmeric: 1 teaspoon
   • Cumin seeds (jeera): 1 teaspoon
   • Ground red pepper: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Dried barberry: 1 tablespoon
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Black peppercorns:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground paprika: 0.5 teaspoon

8. Pour about half of the total required volume of water into the cauldron, bring to a boil, and cook on low heat under a closed lid for about 30-40 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 550 ml

9. The rice should be washed well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Round rice: 300 g

10. After the meat is stewed, carefully add the rice and level it out. Do not stir anything!

    Required ingredients:

    • Round rice: 300 g

11. Carefully pour in the remaining water, cover with a lid, and simmer for about 40 minutes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Water: 550 ml

12. Do not stir the pilaf during the cooking process!

13. Periodically check the rice and when it absorbs half the liquid, press a head of garlic into the center, cover with a lid, and let it cook further. If necessary, carefully make holes in the pilaf to allow steam to escape better.

    Required ingredients:

    • Garlic: 1 head

14. When the pilaf is ready, gently stir it with a spatula.