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Ifrah F. Ahmed

Recipes by Ifrah F. Ahmed

42 recipes

  • Furikake Egg Salad Sandwich

    Furikake Egg Salad Sandwich

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    22 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    22

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Za’atar Chickpea and Tuna Salad

    Za’atar Chickpea and Tuna Salad

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    326 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    326

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Canjeero (Sourdough Pancake)

    Canjeero (Sourdough Pancake)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    5 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    5

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Ukun Iyo Mallaay (Egg and Tuna Scramble)

    Ukun Iyo Mallaay (Egg and Tuna Scramble)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    55 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    55

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Qaxwo (Spiced Coffee)

    Qaxwo (Spiced Coffee)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    125 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    125

    10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Glazed Chile-Garlic Meatballs

    Glazed Chile-Garlic Meatballs

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    370 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    370

    45 minutes

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  • Berbere Fish With Roasted Broccoli and Potatoes

    Berbere Fish With Roasted Broccoli and Potatoes

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    113 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    113

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Salmon Gyro Bowls

    Salmon Gyro Bowls

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    190 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    190

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Crispy Tofu and Cheesy Bean Burritos

    Crispy Tofu and Cheesy Bean Burritos

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    118 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    118

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Digaag Qumbe (Coconut Chicken Curry)

    Digaag Qumbe (Coconut Chicken Curry)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    221 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    221

    1 hour 20 minutes

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  • Baked Croissant French Toast With Blueberries

    Baked Croissant French Toast With Blueberries

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    324 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    324

    1 hour 10 minutes

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  • White Bean Shakshuka

    White Bean Shakshuka

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    900 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    900

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Soy-Glazed Mushroom Rice Bowl

    Soy-Glazed Mushroom Rice Bowl

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    247 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    247

    35 minutes

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  • Whole Wheat Maple Zucchini Bread

    Whole Wheat Maple Zucchini Bread

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    188 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    188

    45 minutes

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  • Cardamom Dutch Baby With Caramelized Peaches

    Cardamom Dutch Baby With Caramelized Peaches

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    240 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    240

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chile-Garlic Salmon With Mango and Cucumber Salad 

    Chile-Garlic Salmon With Mango and Cucumber Salad 

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    501 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    501

    30 minutes

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  • Seattle-Style Hot Dogs 

    Seattle-Style Hot Dogs 

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    243 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    243

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tuna and Broccoli Fried Rice

    Tuna and Broccoli Fried Rice

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    95 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    95

    35 minutes

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  • Berbere Meatballs

    Berbere Meatballs

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    324 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    324

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Braised Chicken and Greens With Cheese Grits

    Braised Chicken and Greens With Cheese Grits

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    167 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    167

    1 1/4 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Matcha Overnight Oats

    Matcha Overnight Oats

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    842 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    842

    About 3 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sour Cream Pancakes With Cardamom Apples

    Sour Cream Pancakes With Cardamom Apples

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    675 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    675

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Smoked Salmon and Avocado Toast With Carrot Salad

    Smoked Salmon and Avocado Toast With Carrot Salad

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    90 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    90

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Xawaash Braised Lamb Shanks 

    Xawaash Braised Lamb Shanks 

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    78 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    78

    3 1/4 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Malaay Qumbe (Coconut Fish Curry)

    Malaay Qumbe (Coconut Fish Curry)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    1644 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,644

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Maraq Misir (Red Lentil Soup)

    Maraq Misir (Red Lentil Soup)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    1378 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,378

    55 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Little Gem Salad With Tamarind Dressing

    Little Gem Salad With Tamarind Dressing

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    59 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    59

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Soy-Braised Short Ribs

    Spicy Soy-Braised Short Ribs

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    319 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    319

    3 hours 10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Mango Labaniyad (Creamy Custard)

    Mango Labaniyad (Creamy Custard)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    96 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    96

    30 minutes, plus 4 hours’ chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Doolsho (Cardamom Sponge Cake)

    Doolsho (Cardamom Sponge Cake)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    339 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    339

    45 minutes, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cagaar (Spinach Stew)

    Cagaar (Spinach Stew)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    343 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    343

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Maraq Digaag (Spiced Chicken Soup)

    Maraq Digaag (Spiced Chicken Soup)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    227 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    227

    About 1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Muufo (Corn Flatbread)

    Muufo (Corn Flatbread)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    318 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    318

    1 hour 35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Hilib Suqaar (Beef and Vegetable Sauté)

    Hilib Suqaar (Beef and Vegetable Sauté)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    122 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    122

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baasto iyo Suugo Tuuna (Pasta and Spiced Tuna Sauce)

    Baasto iyo Suugo Tuuna (Pasta and Spiced Tuna Sauce)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    575 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    575

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Basbaas Cagaar (Green Hot Sauce)

    Basbaas Cagaar (Green Hot Sauce)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    112 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    112

    10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Soor iyo Dalac Bilaash (Grits and Tomato Stew)

    Soor iyo Dalac Bilaash (Grits and Tomato Stew)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    66 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    66

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Rooti Farmaajo (Honeycomb Cheese Bread)

    Rooti Farmaajo (Honeycomb Cheese Bread)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    653 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    653

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Hilib Sambuus (Fried Beef Dumplings)

    Hilib Sambuus (Fried Beef Dumplings)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    121 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    121

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Suqaar Digaag (Spiced Chicken and Vegetable Sauté)

    Suqaar Digaag (Spiced Chicken and Vegetable Sauté)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    470 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    470

    30 minutes 

    or to save this recipe.

  • Malawax (Cardamom Crepe)

    Malawax (Cardamom Crepe)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    616 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    616

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Fuul (Somali-Style Fava Bean Stew)

    Fuul (Somali-Style Fava Bean Stew)

    Ifrah F. Ahmed

    737 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    737

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

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