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lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins provide sweetness without the added sugars of some dried fruits.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive than olive oil.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: beans

Beans are a cost-effective protein alternative.

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak the rice in water for at least 30 minutes.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Add diced lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Mix in chopped carrots and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Sprinkle in cumin, black pepper, and salt, stirring to combine.

Add soaked rice to the pot, spreading it evenly over the lamb and vegetables.

Pour in water, ensuring it covers the rice by about an inch.

Add bay leaves and bring the mixture to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let it rest, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork and mix in chickpeas and dried fruits if using.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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