Tagen Ros Mo-amar

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 4

Tagen Ros Mo-amar – a traditional Sudanese rice dish often served during Ramadan

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

5-6

Calories

550

Sugar

Fat

30g

Tagen Ros Mo-amar is a traditional Sudanese rice dish commonly served during Ramadan. The dish is simple to prepare and is usually the main meal eaten to break the fast after sunset. The dish is often served with lamb or chicken and can be customized by adding different types of meat, vegetables and spices to suit your taste. It is a wholesome and hearty meal that is perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in cold water and then drain well.
2.	In a large pot, pour the milk and add salt and pepper to taste, then bring to a boil.
3.	Add the rice gradually while stirring constantly, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
4.	Cook the rice for 25 minutes then add the butter to the pot.
5.	Stir the rice gently and cover the pot again, cook for an additional 10 – 15 minutes or until the rice is tender.
6.	While the rice is cooking, grill the lamb or chicken (if using), then serve on top of the rice or on a separate plate.

PROS

Tagen Ros Mo-amar is an easy-to-prepare dish that can feed many people.

The dish can be customized by adding different types of meat, vegetables and spices to suit your taste.

CONS

The dish is very heavy and can be high in calories and fat due to the butter added.

It may not be suitable for those who are lactose intolerant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Due to the high amount of milk and butter used in this recipe, Tagen Ros Mo-amar is not considered a particularly healthy dish.
However, it can provide a good source of carbohydrates, protein and fats when served with meat or vegetables.
It can also be a good option for individuals who need to consume a high-calorie diet such as those who are performing strenuous physical activities.

	3 cups rice
	5 cups milk
	1 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon pepper
	1/2 - 1 cup butter
	lamb ( optional ) or chicken ( optional )