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Kabuli pulao
Brown lamb and onion in ghee. Add water, salt, cumin, cardamom. Simmer 60 minutes until tender. Lift the meat.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Kabuli pulao take?
1 hr 55 min all in — 25 min prep, 1 hr 30 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 6 people. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Tree nuts. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Dairy-free, Gluten-free.
What does it cost to cook?
A bit special — about $16–28 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Dutch oven.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 2 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Lamb → Beef chuck. Common. Same pot.
Any tips from this recipe?
A pinch of sugar on the carrots helps them glaze. Do not stir the finished rice.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.