🇦🇫 Kabuli Palaw
Kabuli Palaw is a fragrant rice dish made with:
- Long-grain basmati rice
- Tender pieces of lamb or beef
- Carrots cut into thin strips
- Raisins
- Spices such as cardamom, cumin, cinnamon, and cloves
The rice is cooked in seasoned meat broth, then topped with the caramelized carrots and raisins, giving it a balance of savory and subtly sweet flavors.
Why it matters
- It’s served at weddings, family gatherings, and national celebrations
- Considered a symbol of hospitality and pride
- Variations exist across regions and families, but Kabuli Palaw remains the benchmark