Iraqi Seafood Feast in Nasiriya Iraq! Iraqi Food Mountain!

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while providing healthy fats.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can be used for convenience, while fresh herbs add flavor.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and can be a cheaper protein source.

Boil water in a pot.

Add dried fish to the boiling water and cook for 15 minutes.

Remove bones from the fish and keep the meat.

Chop onions, tomatoes, and garlic.

In a pot, heat butter and add chopped onions and garlic, cooking until aromatic.

Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste to the pot.

Season with turmeric, black pepper, and salt, mixing well.

Add the cooked fish to the pot and mix everything together.

Add water to the pot, cover, and let it sit for about 20 minutes to cook.

Cooking Techniques

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