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saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric provides color similar to saffron at a lower cost.

chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often cheaper and more flavorful than chicken breasts.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a more affordable option for cooking.

bell peppers

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen mixed vegetables can be a cost-effective substitute.

Chop 1/2 red pepper and 1/2 red onion into small or medium pieces.

Finely chop 2 cloves of garlic and set aside with the other ingredients.

Season 6 pieces of chicken with juice from 1/2 lemon, salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and a pinch of pepper.

In a pot, heat 3 tablespoons of hot oil and fry the seasoned chicken until browned on all sides.

Remove the chicken from the pot and add the chopped red pepper, onion, and garlic along with 1 tablespoon of oil.

Fry the vegetables on low heat for 5 minutes, ensuring the garlic does not burn.

Add 2 cups of long grain rice to the pot and stir until the grains become transparent.

Add 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon of paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, and 1 teaspoon of food coloring, mixing well.

Pour in 5 cups of hot chicken broth and 2 cups of beer, raising the heat to maximum and mixing again.

Add salt to taste and 2 small bay leaves, then return the fried chicken to the pot.

Cook on maximum heat for 3 minutes.

Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low-medium, and let cook for 18 minutes without stirring.

When 5 minutes remain, add 50 grams of peas and cover again.

After 18 minutes, turn off the heat and let the dish stand for 10 minutes before stirring and serving.

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