Somali Food //Qadho Kalakacsan Oo Aad Umacan// Bariis Iyo Digir 👌

green peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Edamame offers a similar texture with more protein.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

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

cumin

🥗Healthier: coriander

💰Cheaper: ground cumin

Coriander provides a different flavor profile but is often more accessible.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: allspice

Nutmeg can provide a similar warmth with fewer calories.

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.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, and bay leaves; cook for another minute.

Add soaked rice to the pot and stir to coat with spices.

Pour in water and add salt; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.

Stir in green peas and lemon juice; cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.

Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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