Ethiopian Chickpea Stew Packs Metabolism-Boosting Kick

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper + paprika

Homemade blend can reduce sodium and adjust heat levels.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: low-sodium vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Using water cuts costs while still providing flavor.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile and is often more accessible.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: frozen spinach

Kale is nutrient-dense and frozen spinach is budget-friendly.

Start by heating the pan.

Add in the avocado oil.

Add in diced carrots, celery, and onions; cook until onions are translucent.

Add minced garlic and let it cook a little.

Add tomato paste and berbere spice; stir to combine.

Add canned low sodium chickpeas.

Pour in the broth.

Crack eggs into the mixture.

Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for about 18 minutes until the eggs are set.

While the eggs are baking, mix whole full fat yogurt and thinly sliced cucumbers together.

Toast the sourdough bread.

Plate the dish and garnish with mint.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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