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lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers health benefits while sunflower oil is cost-effective.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: no fruits

Fresh fruits can add flavor without the added sugar of dried.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: peas

Lentils provide protein and are often more affordable than chickpeas.

Heat vegetable oil or lamb fat in a Kazan or heavy pot until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and sauté until they reach the desired color.

Stir in diced lamb or beef and sear until browned on all sides.

Layer in the julienned carrots without mixing.

Create the Zirvak by adding spices and whole garlic heads.

Layer the washed rice evenly over the meat and vegetables.

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

Cover and steam the rice until tender, ensuring it doesn't get mushy.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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