Palau rice in bread

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

cardamom pods

💰Cheaper: ground cardamom

Ground cardamom is more accessible and costs less.

vegetables

🥗Healthier: mixed vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Frozen vegetables are often cheaper and save prep time.

lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

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

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

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

Add cumin seeds, cardamom pods, cloves, bay leaves, and cinnamon stick; sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for another minute until fragrant.

Add the drained rice and stir to coat with the spices and ghee.

Pour in water and add salt; bring to a boil.

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

Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to steam.

Fluff the rice with a fork and gently fold in the vegetables.

Add black pepper, cilantro, and lemon juice; mix well before serving.

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