baris ki Cida qatar 🤗 pilau recipe for Eid Mubarak enjoy

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa offers a nutritious alternative while long-grain rice is more economical.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

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

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

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

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley can substitute fresh herbs, and dried herbs are more affordable.

Rinse basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak for 30 minutes.

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

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

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

Add chopped tomatoes and green chilies, cooking until tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes.

Mix in cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric, and salt, stirring for 1 minute.

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

Pour in water to cover the chicken, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.

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

Gently stir to combine, then add enough water to cover the rice by about 1 inch.

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

Fluff the rice with a fork and fold in cooked chicken, garam masala, and fresh cilantro.

Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

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