Dalac Bilash iyo Malawax ( Somali Crepes) Somali Food

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Split peas are nutritious and often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers healthier fats and is versatile.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and dairy-free.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is high in protein and gluten-free.

Rinse lentils under cold water until clear.

Cook lentils in boiling water until tender, about 20 minutes.

Drain lentils and set aside.

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

Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and green peppers, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in cooked lentils, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and black pepper; mix well.

Simmer for 10 minutes to blend flavors, adding water if necessary.

In a separate bowl, mix flour, eggs, milk, and salt to form a batter.

Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and pour in batter to form thin crepes.

Cook crepes until golden on both sides, about 2-3 minutes each side.

Serve lentil mixture on top of crepes, garnished with fresh herbs.

Cooking Techniques

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