Tanzanian

Pilau of Lamb with Spiced Cabbage

Name: Pilau of Lamb with Spiced Cabbage
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Tanzanian
Ingredients: 200g lamb cubes; 1 cup basmati rice; 1 small onion, sliced; 1 cup shredded cabbage; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp turmeric; 1/2 tsp chili powder; salt to taste; 1 cup water

A rich rice dish with lamb and spiced cabbage, popular in Tanzanian households.

25 minutes2 servings

Method

Heat oil in a pot, sauté onions until golden.
Add cumin, turmeric, and chili; mix well.
Stir in cabbage and cook 5 minutes until tender.
Add rice, lamb, water, and salt; simmer 15 minutes.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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