Livestream: Yesiga Wat (Spicy Beef Stew) & Lentil Salad

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper + paprika

Homemade blend can reduce sodium and tailor heat.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat and pork is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats while canola is budget-friendly.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley provides similar freshness, while spinach is versatile.

Chop 3 medium onions and set aside.

Heat canola oil or vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and sauté until they cook down and become thick, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for a few minutes until fragrant.

Add berbere spice and mix well.

Incorporate diced tomatoes and cook until softened.

Add beef cubes, stirring to coat with the mixture, and cook until browned on all sides.

Pour in water to cover the beef and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until beef is tender.

Season with salt, black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, and bay leaves.

Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.

Stir in chopped cilantro and lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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