🍛 Oriental richness of flavors – Plov spice mix
 Discover our own unique oriental spice blend for pilaf, a salt-free version inspired by classic Uzbek and Azerbaijani recipes . This blend combines warm and aromatic oriental flavors that make pilaf not only hearty but also unforgettably aromatic.
 🧄 Turmeric, ginger, and nutmeg add depth and warmth to the dish.
 🌿 Cumin and cardamom add character and authenticity.
 🔥 A little chilli spice breathes life into every spoonful.
 🍇 And, yes – barberry berries ! They bring a light acidity to the pilaf and perfectly balance the flavors.
 This mixture isn't just for classic meat pilaf - try it in vegetable pilafs , lentils , rice stews , or wok-fried rice and noodle dishes .
 🍽 Recipe idea: Classic Uzbek-style pilaf
 Ingredients:
 2 cups long grain rice
 500 g lamb or beef (can be replaced with chicken)
 2 large carrots (cut into strips)
 2 onions (thinly sliced)
 3 garlic cloves (whole)
 2 tsp pilaf spice mix
 3 tbsp oil (sunflower or rapeseed)
 Water as needed
 Preparation:
 Rinse the rice several times and leave to soak for 30 minutes.
 Heat the oil in a pot or deep frying pan, add the onions and fry until golden.
 Add the meat pieces and brown on all sides.
 Add carrots and stir. Sprinkle with Plov seasoning mix. Add salt to taste.
 Add the garlic cloves and pour in enough water to barely cover the ingredients. Simmer over low heat for ~20–25 minutes.
 Place the drained rice on top, pour a little more water (about 1 cm above the rice), do not stir.
 Cook, covered, over low heat until the rice is tender and the water has evaporated (~20–25 min).
 If desired, let the pilaf simmer for another 10 minutes under a lid wrapped in a towel.
 Serve with greens and yogurt sauce!