Spicy Lentil Stew (Yemiser W'et)
Recipe
- Title:
- Spicy Lentil Stew (Yemiser W'et)
- Categories:
- Ethnic, Vegetarian, Soups/stews
- Yield:
- 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 c Lentils
- 1 tb Sweet Hungarian paprika
- 1 c Onions, chopped
- 2 c Tomatoes, chopped
- 2 ea Garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/4 c Tomato paste
- 1/4 c Ghee
- 1 c Vegetable stock
- 1 tb Berbere
- 1 c Green peas, fresh or frozen
- 1 ts Ground cumin
- Salt & pepper
Directions
- Rinse & cook lentils.
- when done, drain & set aside.
- Reserve stock for later in the recipe.
Directions
- Saute onions & garlic in the ghee till onions are just translucent.
- Add berbere, cumin & paprika.
- Saute for a few minutes longer, stirring occasionally to prevent anything from burning.
- Mix in tomatoes & tomato paste.
- Simmer 10 minutes.
- Add stock & continue simmering.
Directions
- When lentils are cooked, mix them into the saute.
- Add green peas & cook another 5 minutes.
- Add salt & pepper to taste.
Directions
- Serve with Injera bread or pita bread.
Directions
- "Sundays at Moosewood Restaurant"
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