Shila plavi is a traditional rice dish originating from Georgia. The dish has two versions – with meat and with mushrooms. During fasting, the meat in the dish is replaced with mushrooms. The dish is made with a combination of meat or mushrooms, rice, onions, oil, salt, black pepper, and cumin, while saffron and white wine can be added to enrich the flavors.

Once done, the dish should have a consistency that’s similar to a risotto. Shila plavi is traditionally served at funerals.