Somali Pasta Sauce (Suugo Suqaar) Sauce Somali pour les pâtes

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: canned lentils

Ground turkey is leaner, while lentils provide a budget-friendly protein.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats, while canola is often less expensive.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Spinach adds nutrients, while dried basil is more affordable.

pasta

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles reduce carbs, while spaghetti is a cost-effective option.

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and green bell pepper, sauté until soft.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add cubed beef (or ground beef) and cook until browned.

Mix in Xawaash spice, sugar, vegetable broth powder, and ground black pepper.

Pour in the canned tomatoes and bring to a simmer.

Add coriander and let the sauce cook for a while to develop flavors.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level: