Bariis iyo Shrimp Aad umacaan / Somali Food / delicious Rice Shrimp Recipe

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa offers more protein while white rice is more economical.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than shrimp.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often less expensive.

green bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories, while cabbage is budget-friendly.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

Sauté chopped onion, garlic, and cilantro until fragrant.

Add bay leaves and seasoning; cook for a few minutes.

Stir in cumin, chicken bouillon, paprika, cumin powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper; cook for 1 minute.

Add shrimp and cook until they turn pink.

Add soaked rice and stir to combine with shrimp and vegetables.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for a few minutes.

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