Yetakelt W'et

Ethiopian Vegetable Stew



  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 T Berbere spice*
  • 1 T paprika
  • 1 c. green beans, chopped (frozen is fine)
  • 1 c. sliced okra
  • 1 large carrot, sliced
  • 2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1 15 oz can chopped tomatoes
  • ¼ c. tomato paste
  • 2 c. vegetable stock
  • 2 T chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

In a large pot, sauté onion, garlic, Berbere spice and paprika in a little water until onion is soft.  Add green beans,  okra, carrots, and potatoes and stir to coat vegetables with spices.  Add tomatoes, tomato paste, and stock.  Simmer, covered, for 15-20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.  Mix in parsley, and add salt and pepper to taste.


Berbere spice

Combine 1 teaspoon each of:

Cardamom
Coriander
Fenugreek
Nutmeg
Cloves
Allspice
Cinnamon
Paprika
Turmeric
Black pepper
Plus ¼ t. cayenne


                    
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