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Aromatic Somali Baasto with Spiced Goat Sauce

Name: Aromatic Somali Baasto with Spiced Goat Sauce
Prep time: 70 min
Cook time: 210 min
Total time: 280 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 kg goat meat, cut into large pieces; 2 large onions, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 3 large tomatoes, chopped; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup beef broth; 3 tablespoons olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 500 g spaghetti or baasto; 1 tablespoon salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 bunch cilantro, chopped; 2 lemons, cut into wedges

Delve into the rich culinary traditions of Somalia with this dish that brings together the comforting taste of pasta and the exotic flavors of spiced goat meat.

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·By Ethan Brooks·October 18, 2025

Aromatic Somali Baasto with Spiced Goat Sauce — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h 10 min

Cook

3 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Spiced Goat Sauce

For the Pasta

For the Garnishes

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 918 kcal
Protein: 53.4 g
Carbs: 70.5 g
Fat: 48.2 g
Fiber: 5.8 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 5509 kcal
Protein: 320.4 g
Carbs: 423.2 g
Fat: 289.1 g
Fiber: 34.5 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 kg goat meat cut into large pieces	2830	248	0	210	0
2 large onions finely chopped	88	2	22	0.2	4
4 cloves garlic minced	18	0.8	4	0	0.3
2 tablespoons ground cumin	44	2.2	5.3	2.6	2.1
1 tablespoon ground coriander	20	0.9	3.7	0.5	2.1
1 teaspoon ground turmeric	8	0.3	1.4	0.2	0.5
3 large tomatoes chopped	66	3	14.5	0.8	2.2
2 tablespoons tomato paste	30	1.5	7	0	2.5
1 cup beef broth	17	2.7	1.7	0.5	0
3 tablespoons olive oil	357	0	0	40.5	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
500 g spaghetti or baasto	1765	62.5	355	7.5	20
1 tablespoon salt	0	0	0	0	0
2 tablespoons olive oil	238	0	0	27	0
1 bunch cilantro chopped	4	0.3	0.6	0.1	0.4
2 lemons cut into wedges	24	1.2	8	0.2	2.4

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Goat

1
Combine spices and meat
In a large mixing bowl, combine goat meat, cumin, coriander, and turmeric.
2
Season
Add salt and pepper, mixing thoroughly.
3
Chill
Let it marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Tip: Ensure the goat is marinated well to enhance flavor.

Preparing the Pasta

1
Boil water
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Cook pasta
Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, according to package instructions.
3
Drain and coat
Drain the pasta and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Tip: Reserve a cup of pasta water; it can help adjust sauce consistency if needed.

How to Make Aromatic Somali Baasto with Spiced Goat Sauce

Total time: 4 h 40 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Browning the Meat
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add goat meat and brown on all sides.
2
Building the Sauce
Add onions and garlic, sauté until soft. Stir in tomatoes and tomato paste.
3
Simmering
Pour in the beef broth, reduce heat, and let it simmer until the meat is tender.