Azerbaijani Plov (Azerbaijanian Pilaf)

Azerbaijani Plov  (Azerbaijanian Pilaf)


1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. Spread almonds on a cookie sheet in a single layer & toast in the oven for about 5 minutes Watch for any sign of burning being sure to regulate heat accordingly. Set aside.

3. Melt butter in a heavy 2 quart casserole set over med heat.

4. Add rice and stir with a wooden spoon until the rice turns white and opaque.

5. Stir in sesame seeds, then pour in chicken stock, ginger, salt and black pepper.

6. Stir constantly, then bring to a boil, cover casserole tightly and bake in center of oven for 20-25 mins until the liquid has all been absorbed and rice is tender.

7. Sprinkle the reserved almonds over the rice then serve immediately.

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