Chicken Madfoon | The Perfect Recipe For Your Next Meal | The Cookbook

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa offers a healthier protein option while long-grain rice is more economical.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, and pork can be less expensive depending on the cut.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier while vegetable oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

cumin

🥗Healthier: ground coriander

💰Cheaper: caraway seeds

Ground coriander provides a similar flavor profile, and caraway seeds are often less expensive.

Wash and soak the Basmati rice for 40-50 minutes.

In a pot, add water to cook the rice and salt until the water tastes a little salty.

Heat oil in a large pot and add chopped onions, sauté until translucent.

Stir in minced garlic and chopped green chilies, cooking until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes, capsicum, and Arabic spice mix, cooking for a few minutes.

Add tomato paste and water to make a paste, stirring to combine.

Season with chilli powder, pepper powder, and lemon juice.

Cover and cook until the chicken is tender.

Remove chicken and set aside, keeping it warm.

Add the soaked rice to the pot, stirring to combine with the sauce.

Place the chicken on top of the rice, cover, and steam until rice is cooked.

Cooking Techniques

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