Arminyan Plov (Armenian Pilaf)

This recipe is the speciality of the Dvin Hotel, Yerevan, Armenia and was served to me at a dinner party.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups bulgur wheat (kasha)
• 1  onion, chopped
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  cups chicken broth
• 1⁄4 cup  almonds, slivered
• 1 1⁄2 cups chickpeas, cooked
• 2  tablespoons lemon juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cardamom
• 1⁄2 teaspoon allspice
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄2 cup raisins
•  sour cream

Directions

1. Sauté onion & garlic in olive oil until soft.
2. Add kasha & stir well.
3. Add all remaining ingredients except sour cream.
4. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover, & cook until liquid is absorbed.
5. Top each serving with a generous dollop of sour cream.