Hareesa Recipe (How to make Iraqi Hareesa) | Nana’s Kitchen

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is often less expensive.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs enhance flavor without added calories, while dried herbs are cost-effective.

wheat

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa offers more protein, while rice is often cheaper.

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.

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