1/365| Day 1 | Let’s make a quick and delicious Kazakhstan Pilaf| Home Cooking

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruits can add flavor without added sugars.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while sunflower oil is cost-effective.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: beans

Lentils provide protein with lower costs.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

Stir in diced lamb and cook until browned on all sides.

Add sliced carrots and cook for another few minutes, stirring occasionally.

Mix in minced garlic and spices, cooking until fragrant.

Add rice and stir to coat grains with oil and spices.

Pour in hot water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

Cover and simmer until rice is tender and water is absorbed.

Fluff rice with a fork and mix in cooked chickpeas and raisins.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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