ር ሑስ በዓል ፋሲካ ይግበረልና / Happy Eritrean Easter Fasika #eritrea

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more budget-friendly.

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Homemade blend can control heat and cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more economical.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable.

Prepare the lamb by cutting it into chunks and marinating with salt, black pepper, and berbere spice for at least 1 hour.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add marinated lamb to the pot, browning on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes, green bell pepper, carrots, and potatoes into the pot.

Pour in water to cover the ingredients, then bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the lamb is tender.

Check occasionally, adding more water if necessary to prevent drying out.

Once cooked, adjust seasoning with salt and additional berbere spice if desired.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Serve hot with injera or bread.

Cooking Techniques

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