Ethiopian Lentil Stew (Misir Wot)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Red lentils
• 2 cups Water
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tbsp Ginger
• 2 tbsp Berbere spice blend
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 4 pieces Injera bread

Instructions

1. 1Rinse lentils in a fine-mesh sieve.
2. 2Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
3. 3Stir in berbere spice blend and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute more.
4. 4Add lentils and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
5. 5Season with salt to taste. Serve with injera bread.

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