Lamb / Chicken Mandy Rice (Hadramaut Yemen) A quick guide in 3 minutes @harta8

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice offers more fiber and nutrients.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric provides color and health benefits at a lower cost.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while thighs are more economical than breasts.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried spices

Fresh herbs can enhance flavor with fewer calories.

Marinate chicken or lamb with garlic, Mandy spice, and salt.

Heat ghee oil or olive oil in a large pot.

Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent.

Add marinated chicken or lamb and cook until browned.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and tomato puree.

Add rice to the pot and stir to coat with oil and spices.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for a few minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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