ALGERIAN CHORBA AND BOUREK (RECIPE # 139) | RAMADAN RECIPE

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

vermicelli

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: regular pasta

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber while being cost-effective.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and often cheaper than dried chickpeas.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is versatile.

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

Add chopped brown onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in canned chopped tomatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.

Add spices and enough water to cover the ingredients.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, skimming foam as needed.

Stir in vermicelli and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

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