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The Breadwinner: Kabuli Pulao recipe

The Breakwinner: Kabuli Pulao

The Breakwinner: Kabuli Pulao recipes inspired by the Oscar nominated animated movie, The Breadwinner, voiced by Saara Chaudry.
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Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups basmati rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 small yellow onion small dice
  • 2 tbsp ghee
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled thinly slice into matchsticks
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds lightly toasted

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the rice until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
  • Place a saucepan over medium heat. Add the ghee and onions. Cook the onions until soft and lightly golden. Mix in the cumin and cinnamon, salt and pepper. Cook for one minute.
  • Stir in the rice, raisins, and carrots. Add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to a simmer and cook until the rice is tender. 15-20 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and mix in the toasted almonds. Serve immediately.