Cooking Fesenjan in Snowy Weather: A Rural Feast 🧀🔥

duck or chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

pomegranate molasses

🥗Healthier: fresh pomegranate juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Fresh juice provides a natural sweetness, while vinegar offers acidity.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: ground almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds are lower in calories, and sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor, while agave is often less expensive.

Prepare the chicken by cutting it into pieces.

Chop the onion finely.

In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat.

Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent.

Add the chicken pieces to the pot and brown them on all sides.

Sprinkle in salt, pepper, and turmeric, stirring to coat the chicken evenly.

Add chopped walnuts to the pot and mix well with the chicken and onions.

Cook for a few more minutes until the walnuts are fragrant.

Serve the chicken and walnut mixture over rice, garnished with shredded cabbage and a dollop of mayonnaise.

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