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basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa offers a healthier protein alternative.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a lower-calorie protein option.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground beef is often more affordable.

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

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in ginger and garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate spices and cook for another minute to bloom flavors.

Add chicken or beef, cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in yogurt and simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.

In a separate pot, boil water and cook basmati rice until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain rice and layer it over the meat mixture, cover, and steam on low heat for 15-20 minutes.

Serve with fresh salad, lemon wedges, and warm bread.

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