Traditional Emirati Harees with a Modern twist | UAE National food | so healthy and yummy

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner while pork is often less expensive.

spices

🥗Healthier: herbs

💰Cheaper: basic seasoning

Herbs can be fresher and more flavorful.

water

🥗Healthier: broth

💰Cheaper: water

Broth adds depth of flavor.

Soak wheat in water for several hours or overnight.

Boil the lamb or chicken in a large pot with water until cooked through, about 30-40 minutes.

Remove the meat, reserving the broth, and shred it.

In the same broth, add soaked wheat and cook until soft, about 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Blend the wheat mixture until smooth, adding more broth if necessary.

Return the mixture to the pot and stir in the shredded meat.

Add ghee and spices, mixing well to incorporate flavors.

Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.

Serve hot, garnished with additional ghee if desired.

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