Bariis Iskukaris

Ingredients12

• basmati rice400 g
• bone-in goat or lamb600 g
• onion2
• garlic4 cloves
• tomato2
• potato250 g
• carrot150 g
• raisins40 g
• vegetable oil60 ml
• xawaash spice mix2 tbsp
• salt1.5 tsp
• water750 ml

Method

1. Rinse the rice until the water runs clear, then soak it in cold water for 20 minutes and drain.
2. Heat the oil in a heavy pot, add the sliced onion, and cook until golden.
3. Add the meat, minced garlic, xawaash, and salt, and brown the meat on all sides.
4. Stir in the chopped tomato and cook until it softens into a sauce.
5. Add the cubed potato, sliced carrot, and water, then simmer covered until the meat is nearly tender, about 35 minutes.
6. Stir in the drained rice and raisins, bring to a boil, then cover and cook on low heat until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
7. Rest the pot off the heat for 10 minutes, then fluff the rice and serve.