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basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is a healthier alternative with more protein.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chickpeas are budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often less expensive.

black lime

🥗Healthier: fresh lime

💰Cheaper: dried lemon

Fresh lime offers a vibrant flavor, while dried lemon is more accessible.

Rinse basmati rice under cold water until water runs clear and soak for 30 minutes.

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

Add sliced onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate chicken pieces, stirring to coat with the mixture, and cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.

Add spices: cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, bay leaves, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and black lime; stir well.

Pour in enough water to cover the chicken, season with salt, and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender.

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

Stir well, then place the chicken on top of the rice, cover, and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until rice is fluffy.

Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot, garnished with fried onions or fresh herbs if desired.

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