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Ethiopian Lentil Mesir Wat
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes
Ready In: 80 Minutes
Servings: 12
Healthy, High Protein 1 dish meal. Also you can eat as wrap. You can eat it hot or cold, with veggies or meat.
Ingredients:
2 cups red lentils
1/2 cup medium onion (finely chopped)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
5 garlic cloves (peeled and finely chopped or mashed)
1/3 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons bebere seasoning
100 ml tomatoes, crushed
Directions:
1. Wash lentils few times with water.
2. Leave in water (tap water) in bowl.
3. In a pot add oil and onion. Sauté until it starts to brown.
4. Add berbere and let simmer for about 20 minutes stirring frequently and add 1/4 cup of water as needed.
5. Drain lentils and add to the pot.
6. Stir frequently until tender for about 20 minute.
7. Add 2 cups of water.
8. Bring to boil and simmer covered in medium-low heat for about 20 minutes.
9. Stir occasionally untill tender.
By RecipeOfHealth.com