Egyptian Rokak

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in calories.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Sunflower seeds are lower in cost and still provide a nice crunch.

raisin

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried figs

Dried figs are often more affordable and add sweetness.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

Start by cutting the dough into pieces for the roka.

Soak the pieces in hot meat or chicken soup until they reach the desired softness.

Place the soaked pieces in a pan, arranging them as needed.

Cover the first layer with a generous amount of cream.

Repeat the soaking and layering process for additional layers.

Add the cooked minced meat mixture seasoned with cinnamon and nutmeg on top of the layers.

Cover the minced meat with more layers of the soaked dough.

Add another layer of cream on top for a golden finish.

Preheat the oven and bake the dish until golden and crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside.

Let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving upside down.

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