Hareesa - Emirati Chicken Harees - Al Harees ‎- هريس الإماراتي بالدجاج

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey offers a leaner alternative, while chicken thighs are often more economical.

sliced almonds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds are nutritious and can be more affordable.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley can substitute fresh herbs while being budget-friendly.

Soak 2.5 cups of wheat overnight to soften.

In a pot, add 2 liters of water and 1 kg of chicken, then boil until the chicken is cooked.

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and let it cool.

Shred the chicken into small pieces, discarding the bones.

Add the soaked wheat to the pot along with salt and mix well.

Cook the wheat on medium to low flame for 2-3 hours, or pressure cook for 30 minutes.

After cooking, check the chicken for tenderness and remove it from the pot.

Blend the wheat mixture using hands or a hand blender until it reaches a thick consistency.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon powder to the mixture and mix well.

In a separate pan, melt some ghee or butter and mix it into the wheat mixture.

Cooking Techniques

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