Ethiopian Bean Stew Recipe

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper + paprika

Homemade blends can control spice level and cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive.

cooked beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and quick to cook.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley is more widely available and less expensive.

Heat olive 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 grated ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix in berbere spice and cook for another minute to release flavors.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Add cooked beans and stir to combine; simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Stir in chopped carrots and bell peppers; cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Finish with lemon juice and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Serve with injera on the side.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level: