Hand pilaf. [Photo/chinadaily.com.cn]

Hand pilaf

Hand pilaf in Xinjiang is made of rice, carrot and lamb. Raisins are sometimes added to balance the flavor of lamb and carrot. Uygur and Kazak people often put hand pilaf in a big plate and share it with families or friends. Han people also consume hand pilaf and take it as a necessary dish on Chinese New Year's dinner menu.