Who invented plov?
Chef's answer
Alexander the GreatAccording to legend, plov was invented in the 4th century BC by Alexander the Great who instructed his cooks to prepare a light but filling rice dish for his army with what was on hand. They used lamb or quail and sometimes a bit of chilli in addition to the staples.
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
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Cut meat into large cubes, add to oil and cook until meat is brown. Slice carrots longways and add to meat and onion. Add salt, pepper and spices to pan. Pour water just to cover the ingredients, heat until water bubbles, then simmer on very low heat until carrots and meat is cooked.
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The meat is cubed, the carrots are chopped finely into long strips, and the rice is colored yellow or orange by the frying carrots and the oil. The dish is eaten day-to-day but is also the preferred meal for big celebrations, for example weddings where it is cooked in huge kettles.
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Plov freezes very well too, so you can make a large batch and freeze the extra portions. To reheat, thaw the Plov, and heat it up, either in the microwave or in a skillet.
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Alexander the GreatAccording to legend, plov was invented in the 4th century BC by Alexander the Great who instructed his cooks to prepare a light but filling rice dish for his army with what was on hand. They used lamb or quail and sometimes a bit of chilli in addition to the staples.
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Plov centers generally serve plov and nothing else except for bread, tea, and a selection of side salads to accompany your huge plate of rice pilaf.
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