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Kanyan Pilau
4.9 from 147 votes

Kanyan Pilau

Kanyan Pilau is a fragrant rice dish combining spiced beef and basmati rice, cooked with whole aromatic spices like cardamom, cinnamon, anise, and cumin seeds. The slow-simmered beef and its seasoned stock infuse the rice with rich flavors. The dish includes browned onions and garlic-ginger paste, layering depth before the rice is steamed until tender. The result is a savory, aromatic rice pilaf with tender meat pieces, balancing spices and fragrant herbs, ideal for hearty meals.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
55 mins
Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course, Breakfast
Cuisine: African

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsps canola oil
  • 9 oz beef
  • 2 onion
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 1 tsp garlic grated
  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 1/2 tbsp ground cardamom
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 4 anise
  • 4 cinnamon stick
  • 2 tbsp cumin seed
  • 7 black peppercorns
  • 2 tbsp seasoning powder

Instructions

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  1. Wash and soak the rice for 30 minutes.
  2. Put the cumin, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, black pepper corns, and anise in 3⅓ floz/ 100 ml water and set aside.
  3. Put the meat, garlic, and ginger in a pot and salt to taste. Simmer for 15 minutes. Note: do not add water to the pot because the heat will bring out the water from the beef.
  4. Add 2 cups/ 500 ml water and the seasoning powder and allow to cook for another 10 minutes. Separate the beef from its stock using a colander and set the liquid aside to cool.
  5. In a separate pot, heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil. Add the sliced onions and cook till golden brown.
  6. Add 1 tbsp ginger and garlic paste and fry for a minute.
  7. Now add the soaked spices to the pot and cook for 3 minutes.
  8. Next add the meat and salt to taste. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  9. Add 2 cups/ 500 ml of water and pour in the soaked rice. Stir then cover with foil and simmer for 20 minutes.
  10. Remove from the stove and serve with salad and a cool bissap.

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