Mash Palaw
- š 400g Afghan rice, washed and soaked (suggested brand: chefmaryam.nl)
- š± 200g mung beans, washed and soaked
- š§ 100g onions, chopped into cubes
- š§ 10g garlic
- š 5g curry powder
- š§ 10g salt
- šæ 5g cumin seeds
- š» 100ml sunflower oil
- š¶ļø 5g red chili powder
- š§ 400ml water
- š 100g cherry tomatoes, halved
Delight in the rich flavors of Mash Palaw, a traditional Afghan dish combining aromatic spices with wholesome ingredients like mung beans and rice. This vegan-friendly pulao offers an inviting taste that pairs wonderfully with salads or vegetable curries.
Delight in the rich flavors of Mash Palaw, a traditional Afghan dish combining aromatic spices with wholesome ingredients like mung beans and rice. This vegan-friendly pulao offers an inviting taste that pairs wonderfully with salads or vegetable curries.
Ingredients
š 400g Afghan rice, washed and soaked (suggested brand: chefmaryam.nl)
š± 200g mung beans, washed and soaked
š§
100g onions, chopped into cubes
š§ 10g garlic
š 5g curry powder
š§ 10g salt
šæ 5g cumin seeds
š» 100ml sunflower oil
š¶ļø 5g red chili powder
š§ 400ml water
š
100g cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
1- Prepare the Base:
- Heat the sunflower oil in a large non-stick wok or pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and fry until they turn golden brown and caramelized.
2- Add Aromatics:
- Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
3- Spice it Up:
- Mix in the red chili powder, salt, and curry powder.
- Stir well for about a minute to release the spices' aromas.
4- Incorporate Tomatoes:
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes and fry for 3 minutes.
- Allow the flavors to meld.
5- Add Mung Beans:
- Introduce the washed and soaked mung beans into the pan.
- Mix thoroughly.
6- Simmer Mixture:
- Pour in the water and stir.
- Cover the pan with a lid and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes.
7- Add Rice and Cumin:
- Layer the washed and soaked rice over the mung bean mixture.
- Sprinkle with cumin seeds and stir gently for 2 minutes until well combined.
8- Steam:
- Use a wooden skewer or chopstick to make holes in the rice, promoting even steaming.
- Cover with the lid and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
9- Final Steam:
- Stir the rice again, remake holes, and cover with aluminum foil followed by the lid to create a seal.
- Steam on low flame for 45 minutes.
10- Serve:
- Serve the Mash Palaw garnished with fresh herbs, alongside a salad or curry.
Prep Time: Approximately 20 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Equipment:
- Large non-stick wok/pan
- Gas hob/stovetop
- Slotted spatula
- Copper measuring cup
- Small prep bowls
- Metal colander
- Metal lid
- Aluminum foil
- Wooden skewer/chopstick
- Large serving spoon
- Serving plate/bowl (suggested brand: Steelite)
Cooking Tips:
- Ensure rice and mung beans are soaked in advance to achieve the best texture.
- Keep the heat low while steaming to prevent sticking and burning.
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Mash Palaw
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