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Misir wat recipe
Savor the rich flavors of this spicy lentil stew.
Ingredients
- 250 g red lentils
- 1 onion
- 4 garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2 tbsp berbere spice
- 750 ml vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
How to make Misir wat
- Rinse 250 g of red lentils under cold water, then let them drain in a bowl.
- Chop 1 onion, 2 garlic cloves, and 1-inch piece of ginger for cooking.
- In a pot over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil for 1 minute.
- Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of berbere spice, then add the rinsed lentils to the pot.
- Pour in 750 ml of vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes until the lentils are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve warm in bowls.
What is Misir wat?
Misir wat is a traditional dish from Ethiopia, simmered in one pot, and takes about 60 minutes from start to finish. It is built around vegetable broth and red lentils. The recipe below uses 9 ingredients and is written out step by step.
How long does Misir wat take?
At 60 minutes it is quicker than 57% of the 588 dishes in Copper's atlas. Copper's atlas has 20 dishes built on vegetable broth. The method runs to 9 steps, the longest being 30 minutes.
Any tips for making Misir wat?
Rinse lentils well to remove any debris before cooking.
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