Grandma's Dinner Recipe - Azerbaijani Pilaf with Fish

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned fish is more affordable.

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa is a healthier grain alternative, while white rice is often less expensive.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: sugar

Fresh fruits can reduce sugar content, while sugar is a cheaper sweetener.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds can be a nut-free alternative, while sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak the rice in water for at least 30 minutes.

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

Sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add grated carrot and minced garlic; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Stir in dried fruits and nuts; cook for another 2 minutes.

Add soaked rice to the pot and stir well to combine.

Pour in broth and season with salt, black pepper, and spices; bring to a boil.

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

While rice cooks, season fish fillets with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook fish until golden, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Once rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and mix in fresh herbs.

Serve the pilaf topped with the sautéed fish.

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