Doro Wot Ethiopian - National Dish of Ethiopia - Chicken Stew

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper + paprika

Homemade blend can control spice level and cost.

butter

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: margarine

Ghee offers a similar flavor with a higher smoke point.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: none

Tofu provides a protein alternative for vegetarians.

chicken

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Chickpeas are a protein-rich, budget-friendly substitute.

Finely chopped onions are added to a dry pan and cooked for about 20 minutes.

Once the onions are browned and moisture is steamed out, oil is added and cooked for a further 20 to 30 minutes.

Garlic and ginger are now added.

Berbere powder is now added.

Add salt and a little cold water.

Add a little black cumin and kibbeh.

Now add the chicken.

Add a little Mekelesha.

Add hard boiled eggs and cook for 30 minutes more.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary