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Dinich Wot

Cultural Context

Dinich Wot, a staple in Eritrean cuisine, is a comforting potato stew often enjoyed during communal meals and celebrations. This dish showcases the rich flavors of berbere spice, a hallmark of Eritrean cooking, and reflects the country's agricultural heritage. Today, Dinich Wot is cherished not only in Eritrea but also among diaspora communities worldwide, celebrated for its warmth and heartiness.

EritreanERmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 russet potatoes, chopped
1 onion, chopped
4 roma tomatoes, blended
2 cups water
2 tablespoons dilla spice
2 tablespoons powdered berbere spice
4 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons avocado oil
2 teaspoons salt

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper + paprika

Homemade blends can be lower in sodium.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers provide sweetness without heat.

1

Soak chopped potatoes in water to prevent browning.

2

Turn stovetop to medium-high heat.

3

Add chopped onions to the pot and cook until moisture is reduced.

4

Add 2 tablespoons of avocado oil to the onions and cook until golden brown.

5

Add 2 tablespoons of powdered berbere spice and 2 tablespoons of dilla spice, mixing with a tablespoon of water to break up the spices.

6

Add minced garlic and a bit more water to continue breaking up the spices.

7

Add blended tomatoes to the pot and cook until the raw taste is gone, about 15-20 minutes, covered.

8

Add rinsed potatoes to the pot and mix well.

9

Add 3 cups of water to ensure potatoes are submerged.

10

Season with 2 teaspoons of salt and mix again.

11

Cover and cook for another 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewing

Equipment Needed

stovetoppotlid

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Also Known As

Eritrean Potato StewDinich Wat

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