Mayizli Palov

Ingredients

 * 1 kg (2 1/4 lb) rice
 * 150g (5-6 oz) raisins
 * 800g (28 oz) carrots
 * 3-4 onions
 * 350g vegetable oil
 * salt and spices to taste.

Directions

 * 1) In a cauldron, sear sliced onions in very hot oil until reddish-brown. Then add carrot strips and cook until golden. Stir in water, salt and water, then add to cauldron. Add rice and more water, just 1-1.5 cm above the surface of rice. Cook uncovered until water evaporates. Cover and cook on low heat 20-25 minutes or until done.