Description
This Beef Plov recipe is a hearty Ukrainian rice pilaf made with tender beef, aromatic spices, and fluffy long-grain rice, all cooked in one pot. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this comforting dish brings deep flavor and satisfying texture using pantry staples.
Ingredients
- Beef chuck roast or stew meat, cut into chunks
- Onions, diced
- Carrots, julienned
- Canola oil
- Jasmine rice, rinsed
- Water
- Garlic, sliced across the head
- Spices:
- Ground coriander
- Ground cumin
- Seasoned salt (like Lawry’s)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Paprika
Instructions
- Sear beef in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until browned.
- Add water, bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer covered for 1 hour until beef is tender.
- Remove beef and measure broth, adding water to make 4 cups.
- Wipe pot, then sauté onions and carrots in oil until golden.
- Return beef to pot, add spices, and mix well.
- Layer rinsed rice on top, place garlic head in center, and pour broth over rice (do not stir).
- Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 30 minutes until rice is fluffy and cooked.
Notes
- Substitute beef with lamb or chicken as desired.
- Add raisins, dried apricots, chickpeas, or green peas for variations.
- Fresh herbs like dill or parsley make a great finishing touch.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Reheat with a splash of water over low heat or in the microwave.
