Description
Healthy, spicy, and flavorful, this Misir Wot, Spicy Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew, features nutrient-dense lentils simmered in a bold Berbere spiced broth.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients:
- 1 large yellow onion, fine dice
- 2 Tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 to 2 teaspoons minced ginger
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth *
- 2 ½ cups water
- 1 – [ 14.5 oz. can ] petite diced tomatoes, drained and rinsed *
- 2 cups split red lentils, picked through, and rinsed *
Spice/Herb Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 to 2 Tablespoons Berbere Spice Blend (+/-) *
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (+/-)
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric (+/-)
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (+/-)
- ½ to 1 ¼ teaspoons sea salt (+/-) *
Other Ingredients:
- 1 Tablespoon tahini *Â
Serving Ideas:
- Top with unsweetened plain plant yogurt or hummus
- Flatbread
- Chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Place the Spice/Herb Ingredients (except the sea salt) in a small bowl, mix well, set aside.
- In a large stock pot, add the diced onions; sauté over medium heat until they begin to soften, approximately 7 to 9 minutes. Add a tablespoon or so of vegetable broth or water if they start to stick and/or to prevent burning.
- Next add the minced garlic and ginger, sauté, stirring constantly for one minute.
- Then add all the remaining Base Ingredients and the Spice/Herb Mix (except the sea salt). Stir well to mix, bring to a boil, then immediately lower to a simmer.
- Cover the pot, simmer with a gentle low boil for 25 to 40 minutes or until the split red lentils are perfectly tender and look like porridge after stirring really well. Note: Stir occasionally after 15 minutes, then frequently thereafter to prevent sticking.
- When the lentils are tender, add the tahini and sea salt. Simmer uncovered for another 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently. Taste test for flavor.
- Remove from the stove and allow to sit for 20 minutes for the flavors to marry. Serve with plant-based yogurt or hummus spooned over top, freshly chopped cilantro, and flatbread.
Notes
*Please reference the blog post for Tips for Success, Pantry Items Used, Storage and Freezing, and Kitchen Products Used.Â
*Sea Salt: Please adjust the sea salt based upon your family’s sea salt preferences and/or based upon dietary needs.  Â
*Servings: 4 to 5 (makes approx. 5 ½ cups)