Duba Wot|Ethiopian Vegan Butternut Squash Stew #pumpkin #vegan

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Cayenne pepper adds heat while chili powder offers a more affordable spice blend.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats, while canola oil is a cost-effective alternative.

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

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

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

Add berbere spice and cook for another minute to release flavors.

Incorporate diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a simmer.

Add pumpkin cubes and carrots, cooking until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Stir in diced potatoes and green bell pepper, simmering until all vegetables are cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Add peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Finish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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