Polo rice 抓饭
Polo rice is featured among the local specialties of Xinjiang.
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Rice cooked with ingredients such as lamb and carrots, sometimes with raisins. Confirm the meat and serving size; preparations vary.
How it is made
Rice is cooked together with meat, carrots and oil so the grains absorb the flavored liquid. Lamb is common, while raisins and other additions depend on the kitchen.
Flavour & texture
The rice is rich and separate-grained, with sweet carrot, savory meat and occasional fruit sweetness rather than a sticky porridge texture.
Local roots & traditions
Xinjiang polo belongs to Central Asian rice-cooking traditions and is often served as a substantial individual plate or communal dish.
How to order Polo rice
Confirm the meat and portion size, and ask which accompaniments come with the rice.
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Questions before you order
What name should I show when ordering?
Show 抓饭 for Polo rice. Confirm the meat and portion size, and ask which accompaniments come with the rice.