Street Food: Turkman Qabeli with sesame oil recipe / غذاهای خیابانی: قابلی ترکمنی با روغن کنجد

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Brown rice offers more fiber, while long-grain rice is often less expensive.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried apricots

💰Cheaper: sugar

Dried apricots provide a similar sweetness with added nutrients.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric adds color and flavor at a lower cost.

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

Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in cubed lamb and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Add cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper; cook for 2 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until lamb is tender, about 1 hour.

Remove lamb and strain the broth; set aside.

In the same pot, add soaked rice and return the strained broth to the pot.

Layer the browned lamb, shredded carrots, and raisins on top of the rice.

Cover and cook on low heat until rice is tender and fluffy, about 20-25 minutes.

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