Hilib iyo baradho - Meatballs with potato

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and generally less expensive than beef.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced beef and brown on all sides, about 7-10 minutes.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add diced potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers to the pot.

Season with coriander, cumin, black pepper, and salt, stirring well to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients and add bay leaves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes until beef is tender.

Check seasoning and adjust if necessary, adding more salt or spices to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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