brown rice with meat( omani rice) #kabuli

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric provides color and flavor at a lower cost.

chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are less expensive and more flavorful.

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

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

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Mix in chopped tomatoes, carrots, and potatoes; cook for another 5 minutes.

Add cumin, coriander, cardamom, cloves, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.

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

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove chicken and set aside; strain the broth and reserve.

In the same pot, add soaked rice and enough reserved broth to cover the rice by 1 inch.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork and layer the reserved chicken on top.

Garnish with saffron and serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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