Uzbek Palov

Ingredients
Yield: 1 servings
 * 1 lb 	Lamb boneless cubed 1"
 * 3 carrots julliened
 * 2 onions cut to strips 1/4" Wide and 2" long
 * 1/4 c peanut oil
 * 6 c Cold water
 * 3 c rice uncooked
 * 1 ts black pepper fresh ground
 * 1 tb 	salt
 * 1 garlic clove minced
 * 1/4 c Raisins
 * 1/4 c Chick Peas 

Directions

 * 1) Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over High heat. Drop in the Lamb cubes and fry them 6-7 minutes. be sure to turn them constantly. Drain them and remove to a large casserole <4 qt. is a good size> In the oil left in the pan add the onions, garlic, carrots, Raisins, chick Peas, salt, & pepper. Cook until browned then add the rice. Reduce the heat to Low and stir for 3 minutes. Pour this mixture into the casserole and toss lightly. Add the water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to Low, cover, & simmer for 25 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to sit for 10 minutes. serve at once.