Best 3 Ethiopian Ground Beef Stew Minchet Abesh Alicah Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Ethiopia with our exploration of Minchet Abesh, a traditional ground beef stew bursting with vibrant flavors. This beloved dish is a symphony of aromatic spices, tender beef, and fresh vegetables, simmered to perfection in a rich tomato-based sauce. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds as we guide you through the art of creating this Ethiopian masterpiece, and discover additional culinary gems to expand your culinary horizons.

1. **Minchet Abesh (Ethiopian Ground Beef Stew)**: Dive into the heart of Ethiopian cuisine with this classic ground beef stew. Let the flavors of berbere, a vibrant spice blend, dance on your palate as you savor each succulent bite.

2. **Awaze Tibs (Spicy Beef Stir-Fry)**: Experience the fiery side of Ethiopian cooking with Awaze Tibs, a tantalizing stir-fry that showcases tender beef coated in a bold and spicy sauce. Prepare for a taste sensation that will leave your taste buds tingling.

3. **Doro Wat (Ethiopian Chicken Stew)**: Embark on a culinary adventure with Doro Wat, a rich and flavorful chicken stew that is a cornerstone of Ethiopian cuisine. Savor the harmonious blend of spices, herbs, and tender chicken, simmered to perfection in a captivating sauce.

4. **Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens)**: Discover the vibrant flavors of Gomen, a traditional Ethiopian dish featuring tender collard greens cooked with aromatic spices and herbs. Experience the perfect balance of flavors and textures in this healthy and delicious side dish.

5. **Ethiopian Cabbage Salad (Salata)**: Refresh your palate with Ethiopian Cabbage Salad, a delightful combination of fresh cabbage, tomatoes, and onions tossed in a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. This vibrant salad offers a refreshing contrast to the richness of the main dishes.

Let's cook with our recipes!

ETHIOPIAN GROUND BEEF MILD STEW (MINCHET-ABESH ALICHA)



Ethiopian Ground Beef Mild Stew (Minchet-Abesh Alicha) image

Make and share this Ethiopian Ground Beef Mild Stew (Minchet-Abesh Alicha) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by yewoinfamilycooking

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup onion (thinly chopped)
1/2 cup clarified butter
1/4 cup white wine (if preferred)
1/4 teaspoon cardamom (false)
1/4 ginger powder or 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder (diced) or 1 teaspoon garlic clove (diced)
1/4 teaspoon turmeric or 1/4 teaspoon curry
1/4 teaspoon white pepper powder
4 cups water (boiled)
salt

Steps:

  • In medium pot sauté the onion using one cup of boiled water by adding two tablespoon each time until the onion is soft and golden brown.
  • In the cooked onion, add one cup boiled water, purified butter, garlic, ginger, bishop weeds, wine and turmeric. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • On a baking pan, spread the ground beef and cook it in oven or stir-fry until brown.
  • Sprinkle the stir-fry ground beef in the sauce; mix well; add two cups boiled water; cover and cook it for 20 minutes or until simmers.
  • Add to the stew white pepper, salt and false cardamom; cook it for 5 minutes; remove from heat.
  • Serve it hot with Injera, rice, bread or as desired.
  • * You will find these spices in Ethiopian or Indian shops/groceries.
  • ** Please go to www.yewoinfamilycooking.com to see how to prepare Clarified/Purified Butter (Nitir Kebe).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.4, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 89.8, Sodium 56.6, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.4, Protein 15.6

ALICHA (ETHIOPIAN STEW)



Alicha (Ethiopian Stew) image

One of my distant relatives in the middle of Outback Australia married an Ethiopian woman. Good choice - the woman can cook, and well enough to be featured on a food show on national TV.

Provided by Missy Wombat

Categories     Stew

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups red onions (chopped)
1/4 teaspoon garlic
6 new potatoes, chopped
5 carrots, chopped
1 small cabbage, chopped
6 medium chili peppers, chopped (birds eye or baby red if you like it hot, possibly jalapeno if you like it milder)
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cardamom
2 teaspoons parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook onions and garlic in oil until transparent.
  • Wash and chop vegetables and add them to the onions, lightly browning.
  • Add nutmeg, garlic and cardamom then cook slowly for 30 mins.
  • Season to taste then add chilli, parsley and basil just before serving.

ETHIOPIAN GROUND BEEF STEW (MINCHET-ABESH ALICAH)



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This is an Ethiopian ground beef sauce/stew that is served over rice or with injera. If you can't find bishop weed, you can substitute dried thyme.

Provided by Lynette !

Categories     Beef

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground beef
1 c onion, thinly chopped
1/2 c niter kebe (ethiopian spiced clarified butter)
1/4 c white wine
2 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp bishop weed
1/4 tsp ginger powder
1/4 tsp turmeric, ground
1/4 tsp ground white pepper
1/4 tsp ground cardamom
4 c water
salt, to taste
cooked rice
injera

Steps:

  • 1. Start with 1 cup of water. Add 2 tablespoons water to a medium pan. Saute the onion in the water, adding 2 tablespoons water at a time until the onion is soft and golden brown.
  • 2. Add 1 cup water, Nitir Kebe, garlic, ginger, bishop weed, wine, and turmeric to the cooked onion. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • 3. Cook the ground beef in a skillet until brown. Drain and put the ground beef in the onion mixture. Mix well.
  • 4. Add 2 cups water to the mix; cover and cook for 20 minutes or until it simmers. Add the ground white pepper, cardamom, and salt. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Tips:

  • Make sure to use a large pot or Dutch oven to cook the stew, as it will need plenty of room to simmer.
  • Brown the ground beef in batches to prevent it from steaming and becoming tough.
  • Use a variety of spices to flavor the stew, such as berbere, cardamom, cumin, and coriander.
  • Add a bit of tomato paste to the stew to give it a rich, red color and a slightly tangy flavor.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 30 minutes, or until the beef is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  • Serve the stew with injera, a traditional Ethiopian flatbread, or with rice or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Minchet Abesh is a delicious and flavorful Ethiopian ground beef stew that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be served with a variety of sides. This stew is a great way to experience the flavors of Ethiopian cuisine.

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