Rice With Meatball Soup (somali Bariis Iyo Maraq Buke)
Rice with Meatball Soup, also known as Somali Bariis iyo Maraq Buke, is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy family meal. This traditional Somali recipe combines tender meatballs with fragrant rice in a delicious broth, creating a hearty and satisfying soup.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 6 cups beef or chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the ground beef with half of the chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Form the mixture into small meatballs.
- In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides. Remove the meatballs and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the remaining chopped onion until translucent. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
- Add the uncooked rice to the pot and stir to coat it with the onion and tomato mixture.
- Pour in the beef or chicken broth and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked.
- Return the meatballs to the pot and let them heat through. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the rice with meatball soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large pot Bowl
Tools
Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy the rice with meatball soup with a side of Somali flatbread or a fresh salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice to the soup before serving.
Cost
$15