Ethiopian Chickpea Stew (Shiro Wat)
A rich and flavorful Ethiopian chickpea stew, made with berbere spice blend. This is a simplified version suitable as a hearty snack or light meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chickpea Flour
- 3 cups Water
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Berbere Spice Blend
- 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1In a bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour and 1 cup of water until smooth. Set aside.
- 2Heat the avocado oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3Add the berbere spice blend and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
- 4Pour in the remaining 2 cups of water and bring to a simmer.
- 5Gradually whisk in the chickpea flour mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- 6Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the stew has thickened.
- 7Season with salt to taste. Serve warm, often with gluten-free injera bread.
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