Best 2 Tikil Gomen Ethiopian Cabbage Recipes

Bored with the same old cabbage dishes? Want to explore new flavors and textures? Look no further than Tikil Gomen, a traditional Ethiopian cabbage stew that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This flavorful dish combines the tanginess of tomatoes, the earthiness of cabbage, and the aromatic spices of Ethiopian cuisine. With its vibrant colors and unique flavor profile, Tikil Gomen is a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of Ethiopia.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

TIKIL GOMEN (ETHIOPIAN CABBAGE)

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This dish is super easy, flavorful, quick, and inexpensive. Usually my family demands meat but this is one dish they eat without meat.

Provided by CarribeQueen

Categories Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 head green cabbage
1 onion
5 potatoes
3 carrots
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/3 cup olive oil
salt and pepper
1/2 cup water

Steps:

Cut out the core of the cabbage and chop into pieces-however you prefer them, set aside.
Slice onions, set aside.
Slice carrots, set aside.
Peel and cube potatoes and set aside.
In a large pot heat the oil (I would suggest medium-high).
Add the onions and carrots. sauté for five minutes.
Add spices (cumin, turmeric, curry ) and stir for a minute.
Add water which will settle in the bottom of the pan and keep things from burning, Add potatoes, and cabbage and mix. Add more seasoning if you wish or salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low-med, cover with a tight lid, and let it cook down for 25 minute or until potatoes and cabbage is tender which will depend on how large you chop potatoes.
Remove from heat and let it cool down. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.6, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 2.8, Sodium 93.1, Carbohydrate 68.9, Fiber 14.2, Sugar 12.8, Protein 9.4

TIKIL GOMEN (ETHIOPIAN CABBAGE)

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This is one of many Ethiopian dishes. It is a typical dish that is served alongside other dishes on injera. It's very simple and tastes great. There are many variations on this recipe; it can be prepared with just the cabbage, with carrots and potatoes, with meat, and so on.

Provided by Leftover Inspired

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots

Time 32m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ onion, thinly sliced lengthwise
1 cup chopped carrots
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
salt and ground black pepper to taste
⅔ head cabbage, diced and rinsed
2 tablespoons water, or as needed

Steps:

Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in carrots, garlic, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until flavors are combined, about 7 minutes. Add cabbage and mix well.
Cover pot, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the cabbage is tender but not completely soft, about 20 minutes. Add water if vegetables look dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 97.8 mg, Sugar 9 g

Tips:

To make the dish vegan, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
If you don't have berbere spice, you can substitute a mixture of paprika, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper.
To make the dish spicier, add more berbere spice or chili powder.
If you don't have injera bread, you can serve the dish with rice or flatbread.
Tikil gomen is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal.

Conclusion:

Tikil gomen is a traditional Ethiopian dish that is made with cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and tomatoes. It is a flavorful and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The dish is also very easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are a vegetarian or a meat-eater, tikil gomen is a dish that you will enjoy.