Ethiopian cuisine is an absolutely delightful sensory experience: Fragrant spices infuse every dish, colorful produce turn your plate into an edible rainbow, and spongy crepe-like bread is used instead of utensils to scoop up your meal. Better yet, many dishes are naturally plant-based and full of nourishing ingredients that make it perfect to serve in […]
A spongy sourdough-like flatbread, injera serves as an edible utensil (and sometimes the entire platter) for an Ethiopian meal. The tangy taste pairs perfectly with richly spiced Ethiopian dishes, while the absorbent texture is great for soaking up extra sauce. Traditional injera batter is fermented over four days, but this quick version gets its tang […]
You’ll love this saucy, Ethiopian-spiced eggplant and tomato salad that eats like a dip. Slowly sautéeing the veggies helps release their juices to create a savory sauce that binds the dish together without making things too soggy. Berbere, a delectable spice blend that you can buy at Ethiopian markets or make at home, punches up […]
Collard greens sautéed in clarified butter and spices is a classic Ethiopian side dish. Our plant-based riff is free of added fat and brings Swiss chard into the mix for extra leafy green goodness. The rich aromas of coriander, cumin, and cardamom infuse the greens with an undeniably delicious flavor, and a splash of plant-based […]
If you’re new to Ethiopian food, tikil gomen is the perfect side dish to get you acquainted with the fragrant flavors of East African cuisine. It all starts with cooking down chopped onions until they’re sweet and jammy, then adding cabbage, potatoes, and carrots to the skillet so they can stew together until they get […]
A vegetarian classic in Ethiopian cuisine, shiro wat is a thick, smooth stew made from chickpea flour (also known as besan). The velvety soup is flavored with berbere—a spice blend that’s packed full of fragrant seasonings—and extra cardamom to create a symphony of scrumptious flavors. Chopped tomatoes and red onion add bright acidity to the […]
This earthy-sweet seasoning blend is common in Ethiopian cooking. Paprika and allspice bring in smoky, savory notes while cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves punch up the sweet notes. Nutmeg, fenugreek, and turmeric add earthy flavors, and cayenne rounds everything out with a kick of heat. Make a big batch of this blend to keep in your […]
Berbere, a spice used in Ethiopian cooking, resembles the spice garam masala from India. It is an unusual blend of spices such as cardamom, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and fenugreek. You can find it at gourmet spice shops or online (or make your own from an online recipe—it’s worth the effort). Keep it on hand to […]
This recipe is based on an Ethiopian soup with a rich, deep curry flavor and complex textures. It’s easy to make in a big batch for the week ahead, but it’s so good, don’t expect it to last more than a couple of days. From 21-Day Weight Loss Kickstart Find this recipe and more 30-minute meals […]
