Afghan rice

Use ready-cooked lamb shanks with any seasonings available from most supermarkets

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Cook the lamb shanks to the packet instructions

Step 2

Heat 4 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet

Step 3

When hot, add the whole spices so they splutter

Step 4

After 30s add the sliced onions and stir to coat in the oil and spices

Step 5

Turn the heat to medium and slowly fry the onions until they develop a deep golden brown colour

Step 6

Add the chopped garlic and cook for a few more minutes

Step 7

Add the garam masala and the grated cauliflower and cook for five minutes

Step 8

Add the stock cube with a little water or the juices from the lamb shanks and cook for a further few minutes

Step 9

Fold in the basmati rice and grated carrots

Step 10

Season with salt

Step 11

Empty on to a platter, place the shanks on top and decorate with the raisins and coriander