Riz djiboutien/Djiboutian rice

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chickpeas are budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

green beans

🥗Healthier: asparagus

💰Cheaper: frozen green beans

Asparagus offers a fresh alternative, while frozen beans are economical.

peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini can be a healthier option, while cabbage is often cheaper.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat butter ghee in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add diced tomato and green pepper; cook for 5 minutes.

Season with ginger, coriander, cumin, salt, black pepper, star anise, cinnamon, and bay leaves, stirring to combine.

Add soaked rice and mix well with the vegetables and spices.

Pour in hot water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

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