How to make SOMALI BAJIYA or BAGIYE | Ramadan Recipes | Naz Ahmed

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: none

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: none

Bell peppers provide sweetness without heat.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: none

Parsley offers a similar freshness.

Boil potatoes until tender.

Drain and mash the potatoes in a large bowl.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

Stir in minced garlic and green chilies, cooking for a short time.

Mix in chopped cilantro, cumin, and coriander until combined.

Add the potato mash to the mixture and blend well.

In a separate bowl, combine flour, water, and salt to form a batter.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.

Scoop spoonfuls of the potato mixture and dip in the batter.

Carefully place the coated potato balls in the hot oil.

Fry until crispy and golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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