How to cook a kenyan pilau? 

Here is a recipe for a traditional Kenyan-style Pilau:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups basmati rice
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cups chicken or beef broth
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon cardamom seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots (optional)
• 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
• 1/4 cup cashews (optional)

Instructions:

1. Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.

2. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds, cardamom seeds, turmeric, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

4. Add the broth, salt, and any optional ingredients you are using (peas, carrots, raisins, cashews) and bring to a boil.

5. Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir gently. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.

6. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes

7. Once done, fluff the rice with a fork and serve.

This is a basic recipe and you can add more ingredients like meat, vegetables, and spices to make it more flavorful. Pilau can be a great side dish for many meats, and it is also a staple food in many cultures.