Morghe Torsh! Another Delicious Traditional Iranian Recipe With Chicken & Pomegranate Sauce

pomegranate molasses

🥗Healthier: tamarind paste

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Tamarind paste offers a similar tartness, while apple cider vinegar is more accessible.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds provide healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric adds color and earthiness, while paprika is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthy, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

Heat vegetable oil in a pot.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides.

Sprinkle turmeric, red pepper, and salt over the chicken and mix well.

Add tomato paste and stir.

Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture.

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