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Somalia

Bariis iskukaris, sambusa and xalwo — spice-route Swahili fusion.

Iconic recipes

Somali spiced rice cooked with goat, xawaash spice blend and raisins.

Crisp triangular pastries stuffed with spiced beef or lentils — a Ramadan favorite.

Quick-fried diced beef with peppers, onion and xawaash, eaten with anjero or rice.

Somali spiced rice with goat or chicken, raisins and the distinctive xawaash spice mix.

Soft semolina-and-flour crepes scented with cardamom, eaten with honey or stew.

Somali pasta with spiced meat sauce and a banana on the side.