HOW TO COOK ARSEEYAH EMIRATI/MARS GAMBOA

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric provides color at a lower cost.

meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable.

broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth can be made easily and is lower in sodium.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruit

Seeds are a good nut alternative for crunch.

Rinse calrose rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

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

Add chicken breast to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in 1 liter of water and bring to a boil.

Add 2 teaspoons of salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder.

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is tender, about 20-30 minutes.

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

Stir in soaked rice, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Cover and cook on low heat until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

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