Arabic Harees Authentic Recipe || الهريسة الأصليه

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts offer similar texture and flavor, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

lamb

🥗Healthier: beef

💰Cheaper: chicken

Beef can be a leaner alternative, while chicken is more affordable.

Make sure to soak wheat in water overnight to soften.

Drain the soaked wheat and set aside.

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add butter until melted.

Sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add chicken to the pot and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Add soaked wheat, spices, and salt to the pot.

Reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours until wheat is tender and chicken is cooked through.

Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.

Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches.

Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with chopped coriander and mint.

Cooking Techniques

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