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Beef Plov Recipe

Delicious Beef Plov Recipe: Comforting One-Pot Delight

Discover the rich flavors of Beef Plov, a heartwarming Ukrainian rice pilaf that’s perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Ukrainian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Plov
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast or Beef Stew Meat can substitute with lamb or chicken
  • 2 medium Onions yellow or white onions preferred
  • 2 medium Carrots can swap with parsnips
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil olive or vegetable oil can be used
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Basmati rice can be used, avoid short-grain
  • 4 cups Water using broth can elevate flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic can use garlic powder if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander can swap with ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin modify or omit to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Lawry's Seasoned Salt mix of salt and paprika can replace
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper adjust to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika try smoked paprika for added depth

Equipment

  • 6-quart Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat a 6-quart heavy Dutch oven over medium heat. Sear the beef chunks for 5–7 minutes until browned.
  2. Add 4 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
  3. Remove beef and measure the cooking liquid, adjusting to ensure a total of 4 cups.
  4. Sauté diced onions and julienned carrots in canola oil for about 15 minutes until soft and caramelized.
  5. Return browned beef to the pot with all spices and stir to combine.
  6. Layer rinsed jasmine rice and whole head of garlic on top, then pour reserved cooking liquid over the ingredients.
  7. Cover and simmer on low for about 30 minutes until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Prep all vegetables in advance and ensure to measure water to avoid mushy rice. Keep warm in low oven if serving guests.

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