Crumbly pilaf in the Polaris multicooker - proven recipe

7 servings

2 hours

315 kcal

5/5 (2)

Cooking pilaf in a slow cooker takes a minimum of free time, and the result is always amazing - the product is nutritious and crumbly. All that is required of you is to prepare the food and press the necessary buttons on the device, so that the ease and speed of the process of preparing this dish will appeal to any housewife. So, I suggest you familiarize yourself with two simple recipes, following which you will get a crumbly, aromatic and appetizing pilaf with meat, which is perfect for a hearty dinner or lunch.

Recipe for pilaf with chicken in the Polaris multicooker

Cooking time: 1 hour 15 minutes. Calorie content (per 100 g): 165 kcal. Number of servings: from 5 to 9.

Kitchenware

• ceramic knife;
• multicooker Polaris;
• wooden cutting board;
• plastic multicooker measuring cup;
• plastic multi-cooker spatula;
• deep containers of different sizes;
• colander;
• grater with large teeth.

Ingredients

Step-by-step preparation

1. Cut 2 thighs, 2 wings and 1 chicken fillet into medium-sized pieces. Afterwards, thoroughly rinse the meat and place it in a colander to drain excess liquid.

2. Pour 45-55 ml of vegetable oil into the bowl of the device, and place the prepared meat on top of it.

3. Peel and wash 3 carrots, 2-3 onions and 2 cloves of garlic.
4. Cut the onion into small thin squares and place it in a bowl on top of the chicken.
5. Grind the carrots using a coarse grater and add them to the rest of the ingredients.

6. Set the “Frying” program and simmer the prepared mixture with the lid open for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Rinse 480 g of rice thoroughly with running water.

8. After the end of the program, add whole cloves of garlic, a small amount of a mixture of peppers, 6-9 g of turmeric and 2-3 bay leaves to the bowl.
9. Then lay out the rice and distribute it evenly over the fried ingredients.

10. Carefully pour 880 ml of cold water into the bowl.

11. Select the “Cereal” mode and cook the dish with the lid closed for 25 minutes.

12. As soon as the program has completed, leave the dish in the “Warming” mode for another 15-20 minutes.
13. Raise the lid and mix the pilaf well.

Video recipe for pilaf with chicken in the Polaris multicooker

Check out the video below and you will learn how to cook aromatic and satisfying chicken pilaf in the Polaris multicooker.

Ingredients

Recommended recipes for cooking pilaf

• I advise you to familiarize yourself with the recipe for shakh-pilaf. This dish received its name for a reason, since it is one of the main decorations at festive feasts or weddings in Azerbaijan.
• Bulgur pilaf is an excellent alternative to the usual pilaf with rice, and is especially popular among those who prefer to maintain their figure. Also pay attention to the step-by-step recipe for pilaf in the Redmond multicooker, by implementing which you will receive a crumbly, tender and very appetizing-looking dish.
• The principle of cooking pilaf with chicken in a frying pan is no different from that used for cooking in a cauldron, but there are still some nuances that you need to know.
• The recipe for duck pilaf is extremely simple, even a novice housewife can handle it.
• I also recommend pleasing your loved ones with aromatic and incredibly tasty pearl barley pilaf with meat.

Use the information for your health! Share your own recipes for pilaf in a slow cooker; perhaps you prepare this dish differently by adding additional ingredients? Tell us all about it in the comments, and my gratitude will know no bounds.

I also look forward to your feedback regarding pilaf in the Polaris multicooker according to the recipes described above. Your opinion matters a lot to me! Good luck to you and great victories in the culinary field!

Step-by-step preparation

The recipe describes the step-by-step preparation of delicious pilaf with pork in the Polaris multicooker.

1. Peel the onion (1 pc.), cut into small strips.

2. Wash and peel the carrots (500 g) well, cut into strips.

3. Wash the pork meat (pulp 500 g). Cut into medium sized cubes.

4. Set the Polaris multicooker to the “Frying” mode, set the time to 30 minutes, based on 5-7 minutes for frying vegetables, the rest of the time for frying meat. The time can be adjusted later. Click the "Start" button. Pour vegetable oil (40-60 ml) into the multicooker bowl. Wait for a signal from the multicooker that it has reached the set temperature.

5. Add the chopped onion to the oil and fry the onion until translucent, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes.

6. Add carrots to the onions, fry, stirring with a spatula, fry the onions and carrots for 3-5 minutes until the carrots are browned.

7. Place the chopped pork in the multicooker bowl, add salt to taste, and stir-fry for 10-15 minutes until golden brown on all sides.

8. Rinse long grain white rice (2 multi cups) in cold water. Sprinkle onto the meat in an even layer without stirring.

9. Sprinkle the rice layer with pilaf seasoning (to taste). Wash the head of garlic and press it into the layer of rice in the center of the bowl. Fill the rice with hot drinking water (4 multi-cups), pour the water through a slotted spoon (or onto a spatula) into the center so as not to wash out the layer of rice. Add salt to taste.

10. Close the lid of the Polaris multicooker, set the “Pilaf” (or “Stewing”) mode, press the “Start” button. Set the timer for 40 minutes.

11. After the signal about the end of the mode, turn off the multicooker, open the lid, stir the pilaf.

12. Close the lid and let the pilaf brew for 20-30 minutes.

Serve the pilaf hot, as a dish on its own, with herbs and vegetables. Cooking pilaf in a slow cooker greatly simplifies the cooking process and minimizes the amount of time spent standing at the stove. The active cooking time is spent preparing the ingredients and frying, and the entire stewing process takes place in a slow cooker without the participation of a cook.

Uzbek pilaf

We must not forget that pilaf is an original Uzbek dish. In this country there are certain recipes that are passed down from generation to generation. It is customary to make pilaf in a cauldron. This is a special large container, most often made of cast iron or iron. Withstands fairly hot temperatures. The recipe remains the same. The only thing that needs to be taken into account is that you need to choose exclusively lamb as meat, according to old Uzbek traditions.

Secrets of delicious pilaf

To prepare delicious pilaf, it is important not only to maintain the exact proportions of ingredients, but also to know some secrets. Here are the most important and at the same time simple to implement:

• Cut the meat into equal sized pieces.
• Maintain the exact proportions of rice grains and water so that the pilaf does not end up turning into a sticky mess. The ideal dish has a crumbly consistency.
• Instead of sunflower oil, you can use rendered pork fat or corn oil.

Uzbek pilaf in a slow cooker

First, we will talk about the multicooker itself, in which we will prepare crumbly Uzbek pilaf. There are already many multicookers on sale. Different brands, sizes, colors and quality. The most common devices are from the companies Redmond, Polaris, Scarlett. Such products are also sold in online stores.

I am focusing on this only because I will be writing one word for action. For example, “Frying” - the function of all units is the same, but is called differently. So:

• Frying - Baking.
• Pilaf - Stewing; Rice; Cereals; Cooking; and so on.
• There is also such a mode - Multicook. In this mode, you set the desired temperature and operating time yourself. In other appliances, only the cooking time is automatically set.

Pilaf with pork recipe No. 2

Ingredients that we need to prepare pilaf:

• 350 grams of rice (about two multi-cups);
• 350 grams of pork;
• 4 glasses of water;
• 120ml olive oil;
• carrots 100 grams;
• onion 100 grams;
• garlic 3 cloves;
• seasoning for pork and pilaf, salt, herbs.

1. Preparation of products. Wash the rice and move it aside to drain. We cut the meat into pieces 4x4 cm. Three carrots on a grater, or cut into small cubes. Finely chop the onion, chop the garlic in a garlic grinder.
2. Preparing the multicooker. Set the “Frying” or “Baking” program on the device and select a time of 30 minutes. Pour olive oil and distribute it over the bowl so that the rice does not burn.
3. We fry the food. Place chopped onion in a multicooker bowl and fry until golden brown for 5-10 minutes, add meat, sprinkle with meat seasoning, salt and fry.
4. As soon as one side is fried, turn the pieces of meat over and add the grated carrots. After 10 minutes, mix everything and continue frying for 5 minutes.
5. Add rice. Pour rice into a multi-cooker bowl, add water and add pilaf seasoning, garlic and a little more salt. Mix thoroughly and close the lid.
6. We present the program.
   We set up the “Stewing” program on the Redmond multicooker, set the time to 40 minutes and start cooking. A few minutes before the end of cooking, add finely chopped herbs, which will add flavor to the dish.
7. Serve on the table. After the multicooker beeps, disconnect the device from the network. We spread the pilaf after 10-15 minutes, letting it soak in a closed bowl.

Lamb pilaf in a slow cooker

• Lamb loin - 0.5 kg.
• Rice groats - 2 cups.
• Carrot - 1 pc.
• Onion - 1 pc.
• Sesame or vegetable oil - a quarter cup.
• Spices - 1 tsp.
• Salt - to taste.

First of all, wash the rice. Then cut the meat into small pieces. Cut vegetables as usual for pilaf.

Then add vegetables to the bowl and extend frying for another 10 minutes. Don't forget to stir the ingredients occasionally. When preparing zirvak (base), do not close the lid.

After all the manipulations and the allotted time, load the rice. People who prefer spicy food and garlic lovers should add a whole pepper and garlic just before adding rice. Pour water onto a leveled surface 1 cm above the grain level.

Start the Extinguishing mode for 40 minutes, if the time is not set automatically. The lid must be closed. 10 minutes after the signal, stir the palam and place it in plates.