HOW TO MAKE SOMALI BARIID ISKU KARIS.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while canola is budget-friendly.

green peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Edamame is nutritious, and frozen peas are cost-effective.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini adds nutrients, while carrots are usually cheaper.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

Sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add diced carrot and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and black pepper; cook for 1 minute.

Add the drained rice and stir to coat with spices and vegetables.

Pour in enough water to cover the rice by about an inch.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

In a separate pan, cook chicken, beef, or fish until fully cooked; season to taste.

Fluff the rice with a fork and fold in cooked meat and green peas.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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