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lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat and cost-effective.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric provides color and flavor at a lower cost.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Canned fruit can be more affordable and still adds sweetness.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: beans

Beans are a cost-effective protein alternative.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Add soaked rice to boiling water and cook until partially tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain the rice and set aside.

In a separate pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add diced lamb and cook until browned, about 10 minutes.

Stir in grated carrots, minced garlic, and spices; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Add drained rice on top of the meat mixture without stirring.

Pour water over the rice until just covered and add bay leaves.

Cover the pot tightly and steam on low heat for 20-25 minutes.

Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes without lifting the lid.

Fluff the rice gently before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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