Dalac Bilaash iyo Rooti | Somali breakfast recipe

chicken or beef

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are more economical.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

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

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 onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in diced carrots and peas; cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Add cumin, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon, and bay leaves; stir to combine.

Add drained rice to the pot; mix well with the spices and vegetables.

Pour in water and season with salt and black pepper; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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