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Ethiopian Doro Wat with Injera and Tangy Pepper Salad
Dive into the heart of Ethiopian cuisine with this comforting stew.
Experience the rich and spicy flavors of Ethiopia with Doro Wat, a robust chicken stew simmered with fragrant spices. Paired with traditional injera bread and a refreshing pepper salad, this dish is perfect for a culinary adventure at home. Enjoy the harmonious blend of spicy, sour, and savory notes that will transport your taste buds to East Africa.
Prep
25 min
Cook
1 hr 10 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
Intermediate
Ingredients
Doro Wat
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, bone-in and skinless
- 2 large onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp berbere spice blend
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Injera
- 2 cups teff flour
- 3 cups water
- 1/2 tsp salt
Tangy Pepper Salad
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Method
- 1
Prepare the Doro Wat
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until deeply caramelized, about 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in the berbere spice, garlic, and ginger, cooking for an additional 2 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes before adding the chicken pieces. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook on low heat for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste. Add the hard-boiled eggs in the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- 2
Make the Injera
In a large mixing bowl, combine the teff flour, water, and salt to create a batter. Cover with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for at least 24 hours to ferment. Once fermented, heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Pour a small amount of batter to cover the bottom of the skillet. Cook until bubbles form and the surface sets, about 1 to 2 minutes. Do not flip. Repeat with the remaining batter.
- 3
Prepare the Tangy Pepper Salad
In a bowl, combine the sliced peppers, red onion, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat. Garnish with fresh parsley and set aside to marinate for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- 4
Serve
Serve the Doro Wat alongside injera and the tangy pepper salad. Enjoy by tearing pieces of injera and using them to scoop up the stew and salad.
Origin story
Doro Wat is a beloved staple of Ethiopian cuisine, traditionally served during special occasions and family gatherings. This dish, with its complex layers of flavor, showcases the vibrant culinary heritage of Ethiopia. Injera, a spongy flatbread made from teff flour, is a quintessential accompaniment, serving as both a utensil and a side.
