Lean minced chicken

Use the same weight; less lean, so no change needed and it stays juicier.

Mince the same weight; very lean, so add 1 tsp oil and cook gently to avoid dryness.

Mince the same weight; lean and quick-cooking, so brown it briefly before simmering.

Use the same weight, crumbled; add in the last 8–10 minutes and stir gently so it does not break.

Use the same weight, finely chopped; cook 10–12 minutes until the water dries and the texture is mince-like.

Use the same weight of cooked chickpeas, roughly chopped; simmer 15 minutes. It gives a firmer, chunkier texture.