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Kovurma Palov | Traditional Rice Dish From Uzbekistan | TasteAtlas

Kovurma palov

(Qovurma palov, Kashkadarin pilaf, Kovurma plov)

Kovurma palov is a traditional rice pilaf dish originating from Uzbekistan. The dish is usually made with a combination of rice, carrots, onions, mutton or beef, salt, oil, and cumin. The meat is cut into pieces, marinated and mixed with salt, pepper, cumin, and thinly sliced onions.


It is then browned in oil and mixed with carrot strips and water. The mixture is cooked until the carrots become tender, and the rice is then added to the pot with more water. The plov is cooked over low heat until the rice becomes tender and fully cooked.


This rice pilaf is served warm on large platters or on individual plates.