Tsebhi Duba| Spicy Pumpkin Stew

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cumin and paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Cumin and paprika provide a similar flavor profile.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil adds health benefits while sunflower oil is budget-friendly.

pumpkin

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: sweet potatoes

Both alternatives maintain the dish's sweetness and texture.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper offers a milder flavor, while jalapeño adds heat.

Start by cooking down the chopped onion until moisture is released, without adding oil initially.

Once the onions have dried up, add 1-2 tablespoons of avocado oil and cook until translucent.

Add the de la spice and mix well, adjusting the amount based on desired spice level.

Incorporate the blended tomatoes and add 2 cups of water, then cover and let it reduce for about 15 minutes.

Add the garlic and pumpkin, season with about 2.5 teaspoons of salt, and add more water if needed.

Let the mixture cook down for approximately 25 minutes until the pumpkin is soft and can be easily smashed against the edge of the pot.

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