Traditional jorda polao recipe | জর্দা পোলাও | Sweet Jordan | Paak bhojan

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric offers color without the cost of saffron.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is a healthier fat alternative.

cashews

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Sunflower seeds provide crunch at a lower cost.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Brown rice adds fiber, while long-grain rice is more economical.

Rinse black cumin rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak the rinsed rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat until melted.

Add cardamom, clove, cinnamon, and bay leaves; sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in the soaked rice and cook for 2-3 minutes, coating with ghee.

Add water, sugar, and food color; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

Once rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and gently mix in murabba and nuts.

Let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.

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