Ethiopian Spiced Lentils

A warming Ethiopian dish of lentils enriched with berbere spice.

Ingredients

• 250 grams red lentils
• 2 tbsp berbere spice
• 1 large onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 500 ml vegetable stock
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• to taste salt

Method

1. Rinse lentils under cold water until water runs clear.
2. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger in olive oil for 5 minutes.
3. Add berbere spice and tomato paste, cook for 3 minutes.
4. Stir in lentils and stock, simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Season with salt and adjust spices as needed.

Chef's tips

• Ensure lentils are fully cooked by simmering longer if needed.
• Adjust berbere seasoning to your spice preference.