MESIR WAT (ETHIOPIAN RED LENTILS)
This is from whats4eats.com. I haven't tried it yet. You can also use butter or niter kibbeh (spiced butter) instead of the olive oil. Serve with injera. You tear off a small piece of it and use that to scoop up the mesir wat. If you can't get ahold of injera and just want a healthy lentil dish, you could always put it over rice.
Provided by Debbie R.
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Puree onion, garlic, and ginger in a food processor or blender.
- Heat oil, butter or niter kibbeh in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Add turmeric, paprika and cayenne pepper and stir rapidly to color oil and cook spices through, about 30 seconds. Add onion puree and sauté on medium heat until excess moisture evaporates and onion loses its raw aroma, about 5-10 minutes. Do not burn.
- Add lentils and water. Bring to a boil and simmer till lentils are cooked through and fall apart, about 30-40 minutes. Add water if necessary to keep from drying out. This should be the consistency of a thick paste so that it can be scooped up with injera.
- Stir in salt and pepper to taste and serve.
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King YT
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit too spicy. Next time I'll use less berbere or omit it altogether.
Charles Killen
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my Mesir Wat turned out really bland. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't have any flavor.
Sumon Sk
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The lentils are a good source of protein and fiber, and the vegetables provide a variety of vitamins and minerals.
makanjuola tolulope
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetarian dishes to try, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with flavor and the lentils are so hearty and satisfying.
Terrell Gianna
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I had some cooked lentils in my fridge and this was the perfect way to use them up.
Raheel. Muneer k
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was so flavorful and the lentils were perfectly cooked.
Kaleb Henry
[email protected]This was a great dish to serve at a party. It was easy to make ahead of time and everyone loved it.
Bertrand Takwi
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Ethiopian food or is looking for a new and flavorful vegetarian dish.
Yarely Pecina
[email protected]Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. It was easy to make and the lentils were cooked perfectly.
Runor Poundz
[email protected]I found that the lentils took a bit longer to cook than the recipe stated. I had to add extra water and cook them for an additional 15 minutes.
Asad Raza
[email protected]This dish is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. Next time I'll use less berbere.
Maulana Hidayat
[email protected]I wasn't sure how I would like this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a unique and flavorful dish that I would definitely make again.
Samiksha Khand
[email protected]The leftovers of this dish are even better the next day. The flavors meld together even more and it's just as delicious.
Lalita Xetri
[email protected]I love that this dish is vegan. It's a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber.
Dan_iel
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
monikathe unicorn
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
John York
[email protected]This was my first time making Mesir Wat, and it turned out great! The lentils were perfectly cooked and the sauce was so flavorful.
Mathew McCullough
[email protected]I love the combination of spices in this dish. The berbere gives it a nice kick, and the ginger and garlic add a depth of flavor.
Abhishek Bhandari
[email protected]Mesir Wat is a delicious and flavorful Ethiopian dish that is easy to make. The lentils are cooked in a rich and spicy tomato sauce, and the result is a hearty and satisfying meal.