Mauritian Pilau Rice with chicken and sausages

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while chickpeas are budget-friendly.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric + cumin

Homemade blends can be healthier and tailored to taste.

green peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Edamame offers protein, while frozen peas are cost-effective.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dill

Parsley is a milder herb and dill is often less expensive.

Prepare the ingredients: wash 2 cups of basmati rice and set aside.

Cut chicken thighs into pieces and set aside.

In a large pot, combine chicken, spices (cumin, paprika, turmeric), salt, and sugar without frying them first.

Add Chinese sausage to the pot and cook until they get some color.

Add 2 chopped onions and sauté until caramelized.

Add boiled eggs to the pot for flavor and color.

Combine the chicken mixture with the rice and stir well to mix the flavors.

Pour in 4 cups of stock and stir again.

Cover the pot and cook for 20 minutes, first uncovered for 10 minutes, then covered for another 10 minutes to steam the rice.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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