Lamb (or Beef) Pilaf

Treat your taste buds to the warming spices of this classic Middle-Eastern specialty (contributed by Calum A).

Simultaneously simple and complex, this pilaf packs a world of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients (for meat):

• 1 pound cubed lamb or beef

• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

• 1 teaspoon garam masala

• 1 garlic clove chopped

• 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil

• 3 3/4 cups water

• salt and black pepper

Ingredients (for rice):

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 onion chopped

• 1 potato, peeled and chopped

• 1 carrot, chopped

• 1 banana pepper, sliced (with seeds for “heat” if desired)

• 1 red pepper, chopped

• 1/2 head cabbage, thinly sliced

• 1 green chili, chopped

• 1 teaspoon cumin

• 3 teaspoon cardamom

• 2 garlic cloves

• 1 1/2 cups basmati rice

• 1/2 cup unsalted almond slices

Directions (for meat):

1. Place meat in bowl and mix with herbs for 2 to 3 hours.

2. Heat oil and cook meat until tender and browned.

3. Add water and keep on stove top on low to simmer until cooked.

Directions (for rice):

1. Fry onion, potato, and carrot for 5 minutes in oil.

2. Add peppers, cabbage, chili, spices, garlic, and the stock from the meat cooking.

3. Stir well and simmer 10 minutes.

4. Stir in rice and meat; cover and cook 20 minutes or until the rice is done.

5. Sprinkle with almonds and more salt and pepper if desired.

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