Shiro be Quanta (Chickpea stew with Beef Jerky) | Ethiopian/Eritrean Foods BY HabeshChef

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika + cumin

Cayenne provides heat, while paprika and cumin can mimic flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often less expensive.

Soak chickpeas overnight in water to soften.

Drain and rinse chickpeas, then blend into a smooth paste.

Heat vegetable 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 ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add berbere spice and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 5 minutes.

Pour in water to create a sauce, adjusting thickness as desired.

Add chickpea paste, stirring well to combine with the sauce.

Season with salt and pepper to taste, simmering for 10-15 minutes.

Fold in chopped spinach and grated carrots, cooking until wilted, about 3-5 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in fresh cilantro and lemon juice.

Serve hot with injera on the side, allowing diners to scoop up the shiro.

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