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Ethiopian-Style Lentil Stew
A hearty and flavorful stew originating from Ethiopia, made with tender lentils, sweet onions, and aromatic spices.
⏱40 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup Red lentilsRinsed and drained
- ●1 medium OnionChopped
- ●2 inches GingerGrated
- ●3 cloves GarlicMinced
- ●2 tablespoons Misir wot spice blendAvailable at most Ethiopian markets or online
- ●2 tablespoons Vegetable oilFor frying
- ●4 cups WaterFor stew
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Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add ginger and garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- 3
Add the red lentils, Misir wot spice blend, and water to the pot.
- 4
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
- 5
Season with salt to taste.
- 6
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.