The Pakistan pavilion has an open-air barbecue area for diners who like the outdoor life.  Inside is a large restaurant beneath a petal-shaped dome.  Walls are decorated with Moghul and contemporary designs.  Curries and kebabs are among the Pakistani dishes served.*

PULLAO
Pakistan Rice, Lamb, and Fruits**

2 cups raw rice
2 oranges
1 cup seedless grapes
4 tablespoons butter
2 pounds boneless lamb, cut in 1 & 1/2 inch cubes
1 cup thinly sliced onions
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon saffron
1 tablespoon boiling water
2 & 1/2 cups yoghurt
1 cup milk
1/4 cup blanched almonds
1/4 cup unsalted pistachio nuts

Wash the rice and soak in cold water for 30 minutes.  Peel the oranges and cut in thin slices crosswise.  Peel the grapes if you like, but it is not necessary.

Melt the butter in a skillet; brown the lamb in it.  Transfer to a casserole.  in the fat remaining in the skillet, brown the onions.  Add to the lamb with the salt, pepper, ginger, the saffron dissolved in the water, the yoghurt and milk.  Mix lightly.  Drain the rice thoroughly and spread over the lamb.  Arrange the fruits and nuts over the rice.  Cover the casserole tightly.  Bring to a boil and cook over medium heat 5 minutes, then place in a 300 degree oven and bake 35 minutes or until the lamb and rice are tender.

4 to 6 Servings.

*Pavilion/Restaurant Description - New York World's Fair 1964/1965 Official Souvenir Book (c.1964 Time Inc.)
**Recipe - New York World's Fair 1964/1965 Official Souvenir Book (c.1964 Time Inc.)


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