Qabli Pulao – The National Dish of Afghanistan Qabli Palaw’ is a generic name for a variety of pulao menus from Afghanistan, all of which are prepared using the same cooking method. This dish originated in the northern part of the country and is one of the most popular dishes in the country. What does it taste like: This tasty rice dish can contain a variety of spices, vegetables (including carrots), nuts, and/or meat (especially lamb), with the ingredients varying from region to region. The flavors too differ largely, depending upon the herbs, spices, and ingredients used.