Ethiopian Lentil Stew (Misir Wot) - Gluten-Free

Ingredients

• 1 cup Red Lentils
• 1 large Onion
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 2 tsp Ginger
• 2 tbsp Berbere Spice Blend
• 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
• 3 cups Vegetable Broth
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 tsp Salt

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Rinse the red lentils thoroughly.
2. 2Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened.
3. 3Add minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another minute.
4. 4Stir in berbere spice blend and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute.
5. 5Add red lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until lentils are tender and the stew has thickened.
6. 6Season with salt to taste. Serve hot.

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