Alkaki (Whole Wheat Cookies) [Original Recipe From Niger] / Recette Originale D'Alkaki Du Niger

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil adds healthy fats while sunflower oil is often less expensive.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner than chicken, while pork can be a more affordable protein.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground beef is often cheaper.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs can enhance flavor without added calories, while dried herbs are often less expensive.

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

Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

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

Stir in chopped tomatoes, green bell pepper, and carrots; cook for 5-7 minutes.

Add the soaked rice to the pot and stir to coat with the vegetable mixture.

Pour in water, add salt, and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

In a separate pot, steam chopped cabbage and peas until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Prepare chicken and beef by seasoning with spices, garlic, and ginger.

Cook the chicken and beef in a separate pan until fully cooked, about 10-15 minutes.

Once rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and mix in steamed vegetables.

Serve the rice topped with the cooked chicken and beef, drizzling with lemon juice.

Cooking Techniques

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