الرز بالخلطة /Ruz balkhalta /libyan food

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey can be leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sugar

Dried cranberries add flavor without extra sugar.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide similar texture and flavor, while sunflower seeds are often cheaper.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

Sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add diced chicken and cook until browned, about 7 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, and carrots; cook for 5 minutes.

Add drained rice, spices, and enough water to cover the mixture.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 20 minutes.

Add peas, raisins, and almonds on top; cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

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