Bariis iskukaris (Somali pilaf)

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups basmati rice, rinsed
• 2 ½ cups chicken broth or water
• 1 lb beef, chicken, or goat, cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup raisins (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

• Cook meat: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add meat, season with salt and pepper, and brown for 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
• Sauté: In the same pot, sauté onion until golden. Add tomatoes, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon. Cook 3 minutes until fragrant.
• Cook rice: Add rice, broth, raisins (if using), and browned meat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is fluffy.
• Serve: Fluff with a fork and serve with a side of salad or maraq.