For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with lentils or crumbled tofu. Feel free to adjust the amount of spices to your preference. Serve with a dollop of plain yogurt or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for added flavor. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Somali Spaghetti Sauce
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME55 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS45
Experience the vibrant flavors of East Africa with this aromatic Somali-inspired spaghetti sauce. This unique twist on a classic Italian dish features warm spices, fresh herbs, and hearty vegetables for a comforting and unforgettable meal.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate64 g
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Cholesterol50 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein26 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium818 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat21 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPlace cilantro and garlic in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until finely chopped.
02
StepToast cumin seeds in a small pot over low heat until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Cool, 5 minutes. Grind into a powder using a spice grinder or a mortal and pestle.
03
StepTransfer ground cumin to a small bowl. Add Himalayan pink salt, turmeric, paprika, Italian seasoning, seasoning blend, and black pepper; set spice mixture aside.
04
StepHeat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef; cook and stir until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/2 spice mixture. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Add carrots and potato; cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
05
StepStir in tomatoes; bring sauce to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in cilantro-garlic mixture and remaining 1/2 spice mixture. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors combine, 30 to 40 minutes. Thin sauce with water if it seems too thick.
06
StepBring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain. Serve sauce over pasta.
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Andreanne Hilpert
May 24, 2025This sauce is amazing! My family loved it, and it's so easy to make.
Patsy Mertz
May 13, 2025I made this sauce with ground turkey instead of ground beef, and it was still really good.
Clarissa Smith
Apr 18, 2025I've never tried Somali food before, but this recipe is a great introduction. The spices are so fragrant and flavorful.
Arvid Lind
Mar 17, 2025The spice blend is perfect! My kids who normally hate vegetables even ate the carrots and potatoes without complaining.
Cristina Kuvalis
Jan 11, 2025Next time I will add a little bit of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
Abagail Hackett
Dec 16, 2024A truly amazing and flavorful dish.
Joesph Towne
Nov 29, 2024I added a can of chickpeas to the sauce for extra protein and fiber. It was delicious!
Joaquin Hettinger
Nov 12, 2024Used it as base for other sauces and it worked great