Description
Ethiopian Lentils are a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines earthy lentils with aromatic spices, creating a vibrant meal that brings comfort to the table. This simple yet delicious recipe showcases the exotic flavors of Ethiopia, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. With its rich taste and colorful presentation, this dish is sure to impress everyone while being easily adaptable to various dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 2 tbsp Ethiopian spice blend (berbere)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water until clear. Chop onion, garlic, ginger, and tomatoes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and ginger; stir until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Mix in the berbere spice blend and cook for another minute.
- Add rinsed lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes). Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Ethiopian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg