Somali Food With A Modern Twist | Somali Maraq Recipe | Cooking With Hafza

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: goat

Chicken is leaner while goat is often more affordable.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper offers similar heat with a milder flavor, while paprika is often cheaper.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced meat and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add diced carrots and potatoes; stir to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and add spices: coriander, cumin, black pepper, cinnamon, and bay leaves.

Cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes until the meat is tender.

Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.

Serve hot with rice or flatbread.

Cooking Techniques

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