Dh sa oman | Cooking fish madrouba for lunch [omani food recipe]

fish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a plant-based option at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and neutral in flavor.

cumin

🥗Healthier: coriander

💰Cheaper: caraway seeds

Caraway seeds can mimic cumin's flavor at a lower price.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar offers acidity at a lower cost.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and green chili, cooking until tomatoes break down, about 5 minutes.

Mix in cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper, cooking for another minute.

Add fish pieces, coating them with the spice mixture, and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly opaque.

Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.

Stir in rice and bay leaves, cover, and cook until rice is tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Fluff the rice gently with a fork and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

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