Jelbana allouch

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are high in protein and cheaper than chickpeas.

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is lower in fat and cost-effective.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: allspice

Allspice adds a similar warmth at a lower cost.

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

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

Stir in diced lamb; brown on all sides, about 10 minutes.

Add chopped carrots and potatoes; cook for another 5 minutes.

Mix in diced tomatoes, chickpeas, and spices; stir well to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until lamb is tender.

Check occasionally, adding more water if necessary to prevent sticking.

Once cooked, stir in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon juice over the top.

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