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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 Method

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

Method
 

  1. Rinse the rice until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.