The Food of Somalia with Sasha Martin

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork can be more affordable.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa offers more protein, while bulgur is often less expensive.

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate diced beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Season with cumin, coriander, black pepper, and salt; stir well.

Add sliced green peppers and carrots; cook for another 5 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a simmer; cover and cook until beef is tender, about 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

In a separate pot, boil water and add rice; cook according to package instructions until fluffy.

Serve the beef mixture over the rice, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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