Somali's Top Picks.

☕️ 1. Shaah Somali (Somali Tea) Somali tea is more than just a drink — it’s hospitality in a cup. Brewed with black tea, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon, shaah is often served with milk and sugar. You’ll find it during breakfast, after meals, or offered to guests as a sign of welcome. 📺 Watch here: [https://youtu.be/EKp_tT1mL2c?si=E9mW7acuFqK0jfnV] 🧆 Ingredients: • Black tea leaves or bags • Cardamom pods • Cinnamon stick • Cloves • Sugar (to taste) • Water • Milk (optional) 💡 Fun Fact: Somali tea is often served before meals as a warm welcome — some even believe it helps with digestion and conversations! 🍉 2. Xabxab Juice (Watermelon Juice) Cool, sweet, and hydrating — a summertime or Ramadan favorite. 📺 Watch here: [https://youtu.be/0G9JnWztKRk?si=Ugj0xBFU7mtCeFZS] Ingredients: • Ripe watermelon chunks • Sugar or honey (optional) • Cold water • Lime juice (optional) • Ice cubes 💡 Fun Fact: In Somalia, watermelon is sometimes eaten and drunk at the same time — it's a fruit an...

1.🍚Bariis Iskukaris (Somali Spiced Rice) Bariis Iskukaris is one of the most iconic dishes in Somali cuisine — a richly flavored rice dish cooked with warm spices, often served with roasted meat, chicken, or fish. The name “Iskukaris” literally means "cooked together," because the rice is simmered with sautéed onions, garlic, tomatoes, and traditional Somali xawaash spice blend. This dish is especially popular during big family events, Eid celebrations, and weddings. It’s often served with a banana on the side — yes, a banana! — a beloved Somali food pairing. ---- 📺 Here’s a great video showing how to cook Bariis Iskukaris step-by-step 👉:https://youtu.be/JcIrQz_AKqk?si=ZQpuiwDKVAgcPiux  Credit:[Chef Hussein Officials] --- 🍚 Key Ingredients: • Basmati or long-graind rice • Xawaash (Somali spice mix) • Onion, garlic, tomato • Cooking oil or ghee • Raisins (optional) • Meat (beef, chicken, or lamb) • Banana (on the side - Somali style) • Onion (sliced) 💡 Fun Fact: In many S...