Afghan Rice Chicken for Ramdan Recipe

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: jasmine rice

Quinoa offers more protein, while jasmine rice is often less expensive.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried apricots

Cranberries are lower in sugar, and apricots can be more economical.

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

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

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

Sauté sliced onions until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Add minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Stir in spices including cinnamon, cardamom, and bay leaves; cook for 1 minute.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil; season with salt and pepper.

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove chicken and set aside; add soaked rice to the pot.

Stir in grated carrots, raisins, and almonds; mix well.

Layer the chicken on top of the rice mixture.

Cover and cook on low heat until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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