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Misir Wot (Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew)

Name: Misir Wot (Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: ethiopian
Ingredients: 1.5 cup red lentil rinsed; 2 pcs yellow onion finely chopped; 4 clove garlic minced; 1 tbsp ginger grated; 3 tbsp berbere spice blend; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 4 cup vegetable broth; 3 tbsp olive oil; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground; 2 tbsp cilantro fresh, chopped (optional)

Misir Wot is a classic Ethiopian red lentil stew, rich with aromatic spices and a deep, savory flavor. This vegan dish is hearty and comforting, perfect served with injera or rice.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 1 hr
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Medium
Per serving: 501 kcal

VeganVegetarianGluten-free

Mise en place

Ingredients

1.5 cupred lentil, rinsed
2 pcsyellow onion, finely chopped
4 clovegarlic, minced
1 tbspginger, grated
3 tbspberbere spice blend
1 tbsptomato paste
4 cupvegetable broth
3 tbspolive oil
0.5 tspsalt
0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground

garnish

2 tbspcilantro, fresh, chopped(optional)

Equipment

large pot · wooden spoon · cutting board · knife

The method

Step by step

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
About 1 min
2
Add the chopped yellow onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
About 9 min
3
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
About 2 min
4
Add the berbere spice blend and tomato paste, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes to toast the spices and deepen the flavor.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Be careful not to burn the spices; reduce heat if necessary.
5
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
About 5 min
6
Add the rinsed red lentils, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
About 1 min
7
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
About 28 min
Cook’s note: If the stew becomes too thick, add a little more vegetable broth or water.
8
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
About 1 min
9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
Cook’s note: Misir Wot is traditionally served with injera, but also pairs well with rice or flatbread.

Per serving

Nutrition

72%Score

Calories: 500.7kcal
Protein: 26.1g
Carbs: 72g
Fat: 12.6g
Fibre: 14.5g
Sugar: 7.1g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover Misir Wot in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if needed to reach desired consistency.