Home cooking attempt — Lawand from scratch

I spent an afternoon making Lawand from scratch following a traditional recipe. Getting saffron right was the main challenge — it's not as straightforward as it looks. The hearty and rice-forward result was rewarding once I got it right.

kabuli pallow rice is the national dish, traditionally cooked for the most important occasions. I served it with qymaq cream tea as the recipe suggested and the pairing made sense. It took longer than I expected but the outcome was genuinely satisfying. Making Lawand yourself gives you a new appreciation for what goes into it at a restaurant.