Ethiopian Spicy Split Lentil Stew (Yimser Wot) Recipe

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Ethiopian Spicy Split Lentil Stew  (Yimser Wot)
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Directions:

  1. Bring to boil 4 cups of water in a medium pot. Rinse the lentils with fresh water and add to it. Cook for 5 minutes.
  2. Remove the foam with spoon and discard . Lightly drain the extra water in a container or a cup.
  3. Meanwhile, sauté the onion with 1/2 cup of water and one tablespoon of oil for 5 minutesor until tender.
  4. To the cooked onion add one cup of water, hot red chili powder (berbere), the rest of the oil, garlic and black pepper. Stir for 10 minutes.
  5. Combine the lentils and sauce. Mix well. If more water is needed, use the set-aside water. Cook the stew for 20 minutes until it simmers.
  6. Add false cardamom and salt to taste. Remove from heat. Serve it warm or cold.
  7. P.S. To make it mild, you may use tomato sauce.
  8. * You will find these spices in Ethiopian or Indian shops/groceries.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 291.88 Kcal (1222 kJ)
Calories from fat 108.35 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.04g 19%
Sodium 60.45mg 3%
Potassium 570.59mg 12%
Total Carbs 33.85g 11%
Sugars 2.3g 9%
Dietary Fiber 16.58g 66%
Protein 13.34g 27%
Vitamin C 4.8mg 8%
Iron 4.4mg 25%
Calcium 81.6mg 8%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 69.73 Kcal (292 kJ)
Calories from fat 25.88 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.88g 19%
Sodium 14.44mg 3%
Potassium 136.31mg 12%
Total Carbs 8.09g 11%
Sugars 0.55g 9%
Dietary Fiber 3.96g 66%
Protein 3.19g 27%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 8%
Iron 1.1mg 25%
Calcium 19.5mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 6
    Points
  • 7
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

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