Best TUNISIAN Food in Dubai | Tunisian Cuisine at Lido Restaurant

molokhia leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach offers similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier but can be pricier.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and cook faster.

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

Sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in chopped molokhia leaves and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Add chicken pieces and season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and coriander.

Pour in water to cover the chicken and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 25-30 minutes.

Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.

Add lemon juice and chickpeas, stirring to combine.

Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

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