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Maraq Digaag — Somali Chicken Soup
A clear, fragrant Somali chicken soup with xawaash and lime, served with rice or torn flatbread to…
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Koshari — Egyptian Lentils, Rice and Pasta
Egypt's national street dish: rice, lentils and pasta layered with spiced tomato sauce, garlic vinegar and crisp fried onions.
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