BONAVA – Mauritania - Delicious african recipe - Mauritanie - Délicieuse recette africaine

meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner while pork is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while sunflower oil is usually cheaper.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs add flavor without calories, while dried herbs can be more economical.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative, while bulgur is often less expensive.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes, carrots, and potatoes; cook for 5 minutes.

Add meat and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Season with salt, pepper, coriander, cumin, and bay leaves; stir to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until meat is tender.

Add soaked rice to the pot; stir gently to combine.

Cover and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until rice is cooked through.

Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

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