Plov

Plov is a classic dish of the region and Azerbaijani are known for the meticulous methods of preparing it. Typical plov is usually cooked with:

• 500 grams of beef chuck or beef sirloin
• 0.35 cup of canola oil, or extra light olive oil 
• 2 medium onions
• 3 medium carrots
• 1 teaspoon salt for meat and 1.5 teaspoons salt for rice
• Half a teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 3-4 bay leaves
• 3 cups long-grain rice (saffron-flavored rice)
• Hot water
• 1 head of garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander

In short, meat, vegetables and rice are cooked separately and then mixed together in a special dish called kazan. For more detailed recipe or to order ingredients, including veggies and spices, contact us directly.