The cuisine of Bahrain consists of dishes such as biryani, harees, khabeesa, machboos, mahyawa,quzi

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is higher in protein, while long-grain rice is more economical.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Homemade stock is fresher, while water with seasonings is budget-friendly.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: annatto seeds

Turmeric adds color and flavor at a lower cost.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and cheaper than canned chickpeas.

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

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

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

Add diced tomato, carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Mix in chickpeas, cinnamon, cumin, cardamom, bay leaves, and saffron; sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add rice and lemon juice; stir gently to combine.

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

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

Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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