Tajik Osh (Plov)
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The Tale of Tajik Osh (Plov)
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Tajikistan's osh, like neighboring Central Asian plovs, developed along Silk Road trade routes and remains the country's most celebrated communal dish, traditionally prepared by men in massive cauldrons for weddings and large gatherings. Its preparation is considered a point of cultural pride and skill.
Ingredients
Scale:· 6 servings
- 3 cups rice, soaked
- 2 lbs lamb, cubed
- 4 carrots, julienned
- 2 onions, sliced
- 1 head garlic, whole
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2/3 cup oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1Heat oil and fry onions until deep golden, then add the lamb and brown well.
- 2Layer in julienned carrots without stirring, and cook a few minutes until slightly softened.
- 3Add cumin seeds, raisins, salt, pepper, and water to cover; simmer 30-35 minutes until the meat is tender.
- 4Spread the soaked rice evenly over the top and add water to sit about an inch above.
- 5Bury the whole garlic head into the rice, cover, and cook on low heat until the rice is tender, about 25 minutes.
- 6Gently combine the layers before serving on a communal platter.
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