Azerbaijan Pilaf Recipes

AZERBAIJAN PILAF

Steps:

• 1. Spread almonds on a cookie sheet in a single layer and toast in a 350-degree oven for about 5 minutes, watching closely so they don't burn. Set aside.
• 2. Melt the butter in a heavy 1-1/2 to 2-quart casserole over moderate heat. Add the rice and stir with a wooden spoon until the rice turns somewhat white and opaque. Stir in the sesame seeds, then pour in the chicken stock, ginger, salt and a few grindings of black pepper.
• 3. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil, then cover the casserole tightly and bake in the center of the oven at 350-degrees for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the liquid has all been absorbed and the rice is tender.
• 4. Sprinkle the reserved almonds over the rice and serve at once. Try this dish alongside Baked Chicken, Russian Style.

AZERBAIJANI PLOV (AZERBAIJANIAN PILAF)

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F.
• 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.
• Melt butter in a heavy 2 quart casserole set over med heat.
• Add rice and stir with a wooden spoon until the rice turns white and opaque.
• Stir in sesame seeds, then pour in chicken stock, ginger, salt and black pepper.
• 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.
• Sprinkle the reserved almonds over the rice then serve immediately.