Mutton Majboos | Majboos Al Laham

mutton

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than mutton.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa offers more protein, while long-grain rice is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried apricots

Dried cranberries provide a tangy flavor, while dried apricots are often cheaper.

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent.

Stir in whole garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add diced large tomato and cook until softened.

Incorporate mutton pieces, browning them on all sides.

Sprinkle in turmeric, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, Majboos masala powder, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and salt; stir well to coat the meat.

Pour in boiling water to cover the mutton, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender.

Remove the mutton and set aside; strain the broth if desired.

Add basmati rice to the pot with the broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover, cooking until rice is tender.

Return the mutton to the pot, fluff the rice gently, and let it steam on low heat for an additional time.

Cooking Techniques

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