SHAH PILAF - The Indispensable Recipe of Kings! Traditional Azerbaijani Delicacy.

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: short-grain rice

Quinoa provides a nutty flavor and is higher in protein.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are more affordable and still add sweetness.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs offer a budget-friendly option.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric adds color and flavor at a lower cost.

Wash the rice and let it stay in water.

Chop the onion.

Melt butter in a pot and add chopped onion, cooking until softened.

Add salt and turmeric to the pot.

Add dried plum, dried apricots, raisins, and boiled chestnuts to the mixture.

Add water and salt to the pot.

Squeeze in lemon juice and add saffron.

Add melted butter to the mixture.

Prepare flatbread and other ingredients like egg, sugar, strawberry, milk, baking powder, vanilla, oil, flour, and banana for a dessert.

Put the dessert in the oven.

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