Giant Rice Pot: Feeding 1000 People During Ashura in Baalbeck

marmite

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Nutritional yeast adds umami without the saltiness.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cabbage is often less expensive and adds crunch.

Prepare a large pot for cooking.

Add 80 kg of rice to the pot.

Incorporate marmite and olive oil into the rice.

Chop and add onion, garlic, carrots, and bell pepper to the mixture.

Season with spices, salt, and pepper.

Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

Add water to the pot and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and cover the pot, allowing it to simmer.

Cook until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.

Let sit covered for a few minutes before serving.

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