Somali Recipe for Suqaar
Discover the vibrant flavors of Somali cuisine with this authentic Suqaar recipe, a quick and wholesome one-pan dish that's perfect for family meals. Featuring tender, spiced bites of beef or lamb combined with a medley of colorful vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and bell peppers, this dish is infused with aromatic spices such as cumin, coriander, and turmeric for a taste that’s both hearty and exotic. Ready in just 40 minutes, this Somali stir-fry is simmered to perfection, allowing the rich blend of ingredients to create a savory, satisfying meal. Serve Suqaar with fluffy rice or traditional Somali flatbread for an unforgettable culinary experience packed with culture and comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams beef or lamb, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
- 2 small carrots, diced
- 1 medium potato, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 125 milliliters water
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
Add the diced beef or lamb to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are soft and translucent.
Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and infuse the meat with the flavors.
Add the chopped tomato, carrots, potato, and bell pepper to the pan. Stir well to combine the vegetables with the meat and spices.
Pour the water into the pan and cover with a lid. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the water has mostly evaporated.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Stir in the fresh cilantro just before serving.
Serve hot with rice, Somali flatbread (malawax or sabaayad), or enjoy on its own as a hearty dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 599 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 26.9 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 813 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
