Make authentic Uzbek Plov, the traditional rice pilaf from Uzbekistan. This classic Central Asian dish combines fragrant rice, tender meat, and rich spices for a satisfying and flavour-packed meal.

1. Put the rice in some water and leave to soak. 2. In a big sufuria over medium heat, put the whole spices (cardamom, cinnamon, cloves and cumin) and allow them to toast until they are fragrant ...

In theory, cooking rice is about as easy as it gets, requiring two ingredients and heat. But without some know-how or at least an awesome rice cooker, what should be a fluffy, soft pile of aromatic ...