Ethiopian Berbere Spiced Lentils
These Ethiopian berbere spiced lentils are amazing. The tangy flavors are distinct and mildly spicy. Whip this plant-based recipe up in about 30 minutes for an incredibly delicious and budget friendly meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried split red lentils
- 5 cups water
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 onion diced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 5 tomatoes chopped
- 4 tbsp berbere spice I recommend adding the berbere 1 tbsp at a time and tasting for heat level since blends vary in spiciness.
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
Instructions
- Boil lentils in water for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile,in a deep sauté pan over medium heat, fry the garlic and onions in oil until toasty 3-5 minutes.
- Add chopped tomatoes, salt and cook until tomatoes release juices.
- Add berbere spice( 1 tbsp at a time), cayenne and tomato paste and cook for 5 minutes.
- When lentils are soft, add spiced tomato and onion mixture to the lentils and simmer for 10 minutes to combine.
- Taste for salt and adjust if needed.
- Serve with salad of lettuce, tomato, cucumber, tomato, avocado and cabbage mixed with lemon juice and rice.
Nutrition
Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 17gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 756mgPotassium: 908mgFiber: 21gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1055IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 8mg
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