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cracked wheat

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa offers a gluten-free alternative while rice is more economical.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option, and butter is often less expensive.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Sunflower seeds are lower in cost, while walnuts offer a similar texture.

Soak cracked wheat in water for 1-2 hours until softened.

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

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Add soaked cracked wheat, water, bay leaves, cumin, and cinnamon to the pot.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 30-40 minutes.

Stir occasionally, adding more water if necessary to prevent sticking.

Once chicken is tender, remove it and shred the meat, discarding bones.

Return shredded chicken to the pot and mix well.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Garnish with fresh parsley and toasted pine nuts before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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