how to make Spicy Lentil sauce ምስር ወጥ Ethiopian Food. Äthiopiche Linsen Sauce

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper + paprika

Homemade blends can be lower in sodium and tailored to taste.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides healthy fats while canola is budget-friendly.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile and is often less expensive.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños add heat, while bell peppers provide sweetness without spice.

Rinse the lentils under cold water and drain.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant.

Add tomato or paprika pulp; cook until well combined.

Sprinkle in berbere, black cumin, turmeric, and sea salt; stir to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover lentils and bring to a boil.

Add rinsed lentils to the pot; reduce heat to low and simmer until lentils are tender.

Adjust seasoning if necessary.

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