Uzbek Gilmindi / 100% Authentic Uzbek Food /Rewarding recipes # 037

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruits can add flavor without added sugars.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers health benefits while sunflower oil is cost-effective.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and quick to cook, while canned beans are budget-friendly.

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 sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Add sliced carrots and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Mix in minced garlic, cumin, black pepper, and salt, cooking for 2 minutes.

Pour in enough water to cover the meat and vegetables, then bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, skimming off any foam.

Add soaked rice and gently spread it over the meat mixture.

Pour in additional water until rice is just covered, then add bay leaves.

Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender.

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

Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

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