How To Make Tihni/Beso Habesha Food

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option while chicken thighs are more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier but may be more expensive than sunflower oil.

green peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Zucchini can be a healthier alternative while bell peppers are often cheaper.

spices

🥗Healthier: herbs

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Fresh herbs can enhance flavor without added calories, while mixed spices can be more economical.

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.

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in diced tomatoes and chopped green peppers, cooking for 3-4 minutes.

Add the drained rice to the pot, stirring to coat with the mixture.

Pour in water, ensuring rice is submerged, and season with salt.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover, cooking for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

Fluff rice with a fork and mix in cooked chicken or tofu.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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