Somali Spaghetti with Spiced Beef Sauce

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Somali Spaghetti with Spiced Beef Sauce.

1. Step 1

   Start by bringing your food processor to life! Toss in the chopped cilantro and garlic, then pulse them together until they’re finely minced.

2. Step 2

   This fragrant blend will be the heart of your dish.

3. Step 3

   Next, grab a small pot and toast some cumin seeds over low heat for about 2 to 3 minutes, just until they release their delightful aroma.

4. Step 4

   Once they’re fragrant, let them cool for about 5 minutes before grinding them into a fine powder.

5. Step 5

   In a mixing bowl, combine this ground cumin with Himalayan pink salt, turmeric, paprika, Italian seasoning, a salt-free seasoning blend, and black pepper.

6. Step 6

   This vibrant seasoning mix will add depth and flavor to your meal.

7. Step 7

   Now, let’s get cooking! Heat a generous splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

8. Step 8

   Add the ground beef and cook it, stirring frequently, until it’s beautifully browned—this should take around 5 minutes.

9. Step 9

   Stir in half of your homemade seasoning mix to infuse the beef with flavor.

10. Step 10

    Next, toss in the diced onion and let it cook until it softens, which should take about 5 minutes.

11. Step 11

    Then, add the cubed potatoes and diced carrots to the pot.

12. Step 12

    Cover it up and let everything cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are just starting to soften, about 5 minutes.

13. Step 13

    Now it’s time to bring in the tomatoes! Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and let the mixture come to a gentle boil.

14. Step 14

    Once it’s bubbling, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the cilantro-garlic mixture along with the remaining seasoning mix.

15. Step 15

    Allow this to simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, so all those wonderful flavors can meld together.

16. Step 16

    If the sauce gets too thick for your liking, don’t hesitate to thin it out with a splash of water.

17. Step 17

    While your sauce is simmering away, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.

18. Step 18

    Add the angel hair pasta and cook it, stirring occasionally, until it’s tender yet still has a delightful bite—this should take about 4 to 5 minutes.

19. Step 19

    Once it’s ready, drain the pasta and serve it up with a generous helping of your rich, flavorful sauce on top.

20. Step 20

    Enjoy the comforting blend of flavors and the satisfaction of a homemade meal!.