Recipe: Bakhsh
Green Pilaf in a Bag.
Adopted from Ammun Kimyagarov's Classic Central Asian (Bukharian) Jewish Cuisine and Customs
Ingredients
2/3 lb. / 300g meat (beef or lamb are typical)
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