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Misir Wot

By Dan Doughkneeder

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Misir Wot is a hearty Ethiopian stew of red lentils simmered in a rich, berbere-spiced tomato and onion sauce. Aromatic garlic, ginger, and niter kibbeh deepen the flavor, yielding a warm, comforting dish perfect with injera or rice.

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4 servings

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  1. Heat oil in a pot over medium heat and sauté onion until golden.

  2. Add garlic, ginger, berbere, and tomato paste; cook until fragrant.

  3. Stir in lentils and water; bring to a boil.

  4. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, about 25 minutes.

  5. Stir in niter kibbeh and salt; simmer 2 minutes more.

  6. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with injera or rice.