Iraq National Dish MASGOUF! Iraqi Feast in BAGHDAD!

fresh fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Tilapia is more affordable and still provides a good texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

pomegranate molasses

🥗Healthier: balsamic vinegar

💰Cheaper: honey

Honey adds sweetness at a lower cost.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: ground coriander

Ground coriander provides a different flavor profile at a lower price.

Choose a fresh carp fish from the pool.

Measure the fish on a scale and clean it.

Make small incisions around the fish.

Grill the fish standing up over an open flame.

Prepare fresh bread while the fish is grilling.

Serve the fish with pickles, olives, onions, and tomatoes.

Add fresh herbs like basil on top of the fish.

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