SPICY ETHIOPIAN RED LENTIL STEW

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From Cooking Light, this sounds like a really yummy stew and healthy for you too! Ethiopian Berbere spice is a mixture of dried chiles, cloves, ginger, coriander, and allspice that Cooking Light says can be found at gourmet markets and specialty stores.

Provided by Enjolinfam

Categories     Stew

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons canola oil
2 cups red onions, chopped
1 tablespoon ginger, minced peeled and fresh
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 tablespoons berbere, spice
3 cups vegetable broth
1 cup red lentil, dried and small
4 teaspoons salt
4 cups basmati rice, hot cooked

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion to pan; cook 15 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add ginger and garlic; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in tomato paste and Berbere spice; cook 1 minute, stirring to combine. Gradually add broth, stirring with a whisk until blended. Increase heat to medium-high; bring to a simmer.
  • Rinse lentils in cold water; drain. Add lentils to broth mixture; simmer, partially covered, 35 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in salt. Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 920.4, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 2440, Carbohydrate 183.1, Fiber 13.5, Sugar 6.5, Protein 28.1

Amazing Ever
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, and the stew is always a hit with my family. I love the combination of spices, and the lentils are always cooked perfectly.


Darren Ramsden
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this stew changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it. I'll definitely be making it again.


markus troy
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The stew is packed with flavor, and it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Faith Assan
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow, and the stew always turns out perfect. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Aryanna Berlin
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I wasn't sure what to expect when I made this stew, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was so good! The lentils were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was rich and flavorful.


Ndjekela Lukrentia
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This is the best lentil stew I've ever had! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I love the addition of berbere spice, it really gives the stew a unique flavor.


Paris Colbert
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I've made this stew several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love the combination of spices, and the lentils are always cooked perfectly.


Siv Sada
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This stew was absolutely delicious! It was rich and flavorful, with just the right amount of heat. I served it over rice, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


D Money
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian dishes to try, and this red lentil stew definitely fits the bill. It's packed with flavor and super easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again!


Janet Dolo
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This was my first time making Ethiopian food, and it turned out great! The stew was flavorful and had just the right amount of spice. It was also very easy to make, especially with the help of the step-by-step recipe.