Top 15 Fantastic Azerbaijani Women’s Dishes in 150 Minutes

pumpkin

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: sweet potato

butternut squash has a similar texture and flavor profile

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

quinoa is higher in protein

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

homemade broth enhances flavor without extra cost

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

raisins add sweetness at a lower cost

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

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

Stir in grated carrot and minced garlic, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

Add diced pumpkin and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in rice, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Fluff the pilaf with a fork and fold in dried fruits and nuts.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

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