Cooking Ethiopian Foods for First Time - SOLO COOKING ONLY FOR ME

collard greens

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: spinach

Kale provides similar nutrients with a different flavor profile.

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

Cayenne offers heat while paprika adds color without the cost.

Clean the chicken and cut it into pieces.

Marinate the chicken with lemon juice and set aside.

Chop 1/2 cup of onion and add it to a dry pan.

Cook the onion for about 15 minutes until it sweats and turns pink.

Add 1/2 cup of oil to the caramelized onions and cook for another 5-10 minutes.

Mix in equal amounts of ginger and garlic paste and sauté for 1 minute.

Add the berbere spice and mix well.

Pour in hot water to help cook the spices evenly.

Add the marinated chicken and mix it with the spices.

Cook for 20-30 minutes on low heat until the chicken is tender.

Boil eggs separately, peel, and add them to the dish for garnish.

Cooking Techniques

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