Ukrainian woman cooks tradition Pilaf on an open fire in the village

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: short-grain rice

Quinoa adds protein and is gluten-free.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruits provide natural sweetness with fewer calories.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers heart-healthy fats.

Cook the meat (beef or lamb) over an open fire until browned.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

Stir in sliced carrots and cook until softened.

Add garlic and rice for pilaf, mixing well.

Season with zira, salt, pepper, and chili pepper.

Add dried barberry and a mixture of spices for pilaf, stirring to combine.

Add water to cover the rice and bring to a boil.

Cover and cook until the rice is fluffy and water is absorbed.

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