Rice
Pilao

Pilao

Comoros

80Minutes
MediumLevel
6Serves
9Steps
About

The aromatic spiced meat-and-rice pilaf of the Comoros, layered with cinnamon, cardamom and fried onion, served at every large gathering.

Equipment
  • Heavy pot with lid
  • Knife
  • Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Beef or goat, cubed800 g
Basmati or long-grain rice3 cups
Onions3
Garlic5 cloves
Fresh ginger1 large thumb
Tomatoes2
Cinnamon stick1
Cardamom pods5
Cloves4
Cumin1 tsp
Black pepper1 tsp
Oil5 tbsp
Saltto taste

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