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ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruit

Seeds provide crunch and nutrition at a lower cost.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric offers color without the high cost of saffron.

Heat ghee in a large pan over medium heat until melted.

Add semolina to the pan and toast until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in sugar and mix until well combined.

Gradually pour in water while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

Add cardamom, cinnamon, and vanilla, mixing well.

Incorporate saffron and rose water, stirring to combine.

Cook until the mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Transfer to a serving dish and smooth the top.

Garnish with nuts and raisins before serving.

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