Ethiopian Berbere Spiced Red Lentil Stew (Misir Wot)

Gather

Ingredients

• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
• 2 large yellow onions, finely pureed or minced
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 2 tablespoons berbere spice
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 can tomato paste
• 3 cups water

Make

Method

1. 01Cook pureed onions in a dry pot over medium heat for 5 minutes to reduce moisture.
2. 02Add oil, berbere spice, garlic, and ginger, cooking for 3 minutes until aromatic.
3. 03Stir in tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. 04Add red lentils and water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
5. 05Cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the lentils are completely tender and thick.