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.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced beef or lamb to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are soft and translucent.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Add the chopped tomato, carrots, potato, and bell pepper to the pan. Stir well to combine the vegetables with the meat and spices.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Stir in the fresh cilantro just before serving.

Step 8

Serve hot with rice, Somali flatbread (malawax or sabaayad), or enjoy on its own as a hearty dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1001.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1635.3

Total Fat 127.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 400mg	0%
Sodium 2798.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 15.5g
Protein 105.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 188.9mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 2599.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.0%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 8.4%