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saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric provides color and flavor at a lower cost.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts offer a similar texture with added omega-3s.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and similar health benefits.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried figs

Dried figs provide sweetness and moisture at a lower price.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add grated carrots and minced garlic, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Stir in saffron, cinnamon, nutmeg, and turmeric, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add drained rice to the pot, gently mixing to combine with the carrot mixture.

Pour in water and season with salt and pepper; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.

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

Fluff rice with a fork and stir in raisins and chopped almonds before serving.

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