Misir Wot (Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew)

🛒 Ingredients

• Red Lentils (dry) 50 g · 176 kcal
• Onions 75 g · 30 kcal
• Garlic 5 g · 7 kcal
• Ginger 3 g · 2 kcal
• Berbere spice mix 8 g · 26 kcal
• Vegetable oil 15 g · 135 kcal
• Water 240 g · 0 kcal
• Tomato paste 4 g · 3 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Rinse the red lentils thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear; set aside to drain.
2. Finely chop the onions and mince the garlic and ginger.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, then add the chopped onions.
4. Sauté the onions, stirring frequently, until they are very soft and deeply caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
5. Add the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Stir in the Berbere spice mix and tomato paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
7. Add the rinsed lentils and water to the pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
8. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils are very tender and the stew has thickened, stirring occasionally.
9. Season with salt to taste, then remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.