The Horn of Africa boasts the largest number of camels in the world. Camels have been domesticated in Somalia for more than 2000 years. In an article in Aramco World, the Somali camel has been described as follows: “The Somali camels seem by far the most regal, and they are the most expensive. Looking… Continue reading Somali Champagne -Simulated Camel Milk (Caano Geel) Champagne Somali
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Kingfish (Taraaqad) Thazard (Nguurhu)
When a society has many names for something, it shows the value they attach to it. The Bravanese have more than 200 names for fish, and this attests to its importance in their daily lives. Fish plays a central role in the Bravanese diet. It is served for breakfast, lunch, and supper. However, it is… Continue reading Kingfish (Taraaqad) Thazard (Nguurhu)
Somali Rice Topping – Garniture de Riz Somali
Somali rice with toppings evokes old memories of family gatherings, and festive occasions. It reminds me particularly of ziyaras (rememberences) where large numbers of women gather to cook rice and meat in huge pots set on open fires. I remember my grandparents’ house in Mogadishu, where a ziyara was held once a year to… Continue reading Somali Rice Topping – Garniture de Riz Somali
Lamb Shanks (Duubi) Souris d’Agneau et Riz Somali
Tender meat cooked to perfection and served with Somali rice. You can cook this dish either with lamb shanks or goat shanks. Goat meat has a milder taste than lamb. We used a pressure cooker to cook the meat quickly, but you can cook it slowly in a slow cooker or in a regular pot… Continue reading Lamb Shanks (Duubi) Souris d’Agneau et Riz Somali
Somali Rice (Bariis) Riz à la Somali
We have tried rice dishes from different parts of the world and we had some nice experiences. One thing, however, never fails to amaze us. It is how delicious Somali rice is, considering that it is not a staple food in Somalia. Yes, Somali restaurants serve rice, but for the majority of Somali households in… Continue reading Somali Rice (Bariis) Riz à la Somali