Chirar Polao | Chirer Polao | Bengali Poha with Fresh Veggies | Easy Breakfast & Snack Recipe

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Tofu provides a plant-based protein, while potatoes are a cost-effective alternative.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil offers healthier fats, and butter is often less expensive than ghee.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers add sweetness without heat, while jalapeños can be more affordable.

fried onions

🥗Healthier: baked onions

💰Cheaper: raw onions

Baked onions reduce calories and raw onions provide flavor at a lower cost.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

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

Stir in ginger and garlic, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 7-10 minutes.

Mix in green chilies, bay leaves, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves, stirring for 1 minute.

Sprinkle in coriander powder and turmeric, mixing well to coat the chicken.

Add drained rice to the pot, stirring gently to combine with the spices.

Pour in water and season with salt, bringing to a boil.

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

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes to steam.

Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with fresh coriander and fried onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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