ETHIOPIAN SHIRO (QUICK)
Categories Soup/Stew Bean Tomato Vegetable Low Fat Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Dinner Simmer
Yield 4 quarts (10+ serving)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Start by pureeing the onions in the blender. Dump the onion mush into a hot dry skillet (I love my cast iron skillet for this!) Stir frequently until the water evaporates and the onions start to get just a tiny bit of light brown color. Once the onions begin to color a bit, add 1/2 cup oil and some berbere. My girls use at least 1/4 cup of berbere for this recipe. If you like your food milder, you can start with less, them taste and see how it seems to you. Let the onion and the berbere cook in the oil for a minute or two. Puree one tomato. Add pureed tomato to the skillet and cook for a minute or two. Be careful as you add the tomato, as the oil will spit at you. Before you add the shiro powder, make sure that you have a couple of cups of water close by. Add your shiro powder gradually, stirring briskly with a wooden spoon or a wire whisk. It will pretty quickly get very thick and 'pop'. Once the shiro seems pretty well mixed into the oil, add a couple cups of water. Stir well. The mixture will thicken as it cooks. You can turn your heat down to medium at this point. My girls always add more oil at this point as well. But if you have the heat low enough, you can probably get by without adding more oil. And it is totally up to you if you want to add more berbere. (If you would like to make your shiro mild, you can skip the bebere and instead add a little turmeric and salt for color and flavor.) Once the shiro has cooked for 5 minutes or so, it is about done. The mixture will be about the consistency of a thick-ish gravy. If you like your shiro thinner, add more water. If you like it thicker, you can add a dab more shiro powder. Shiro is a frequently served everyday food in Ethiopia. It is good with injera, rice, rolls, or regular bread. I try to make sure I have a bit of shiro in the fridge most of the time, as it comes in very handy when the girls are not thrilled about 'American' offerings.
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Malik Zada
[email protected]I'm a big fan of cooking, and I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try. This shiro recipe was definitely a winner. The shiro was creamy and flavorful, and the berbere sauce was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this agai
Sn Sakib Ahmed
[email protected]This shiro recipe was a great way to introduce my family to Ethiopian food. The shiro was mild enough for my kids, but still had enough flavor to keep the adults interested. The berbere sauce was also a hit, and we all loved dipping our injera in it.
Miso Pakati
[email protected]I love Ethiopian food, and this shiro recipe is one of my favorites. The shiro is always creamy and flavorful, and the berbere sauce is the perfect addition. I always serve it with injera, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Tariq Rajpoot
[email protected]This shiro recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was well worth the effort. The shiro was creamy and flavorful, and the berbere sauce was perfectly spicy. I served it with injera, and it was a delicious and authentic Ethiopian meal.
Debbie-Rose Kruger
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this shiro recipe was still delicious. The shiro was creamy and flavorful, and the berbere sauce had just the right amount of heat. I served it with rice, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.
Travis Shackleford
[email protected]This shiro recipe was easy to follow and turned out delicious! The shiro was creamy and flavorful, and the berbere sauce added a nice kick. I served it with injera, and it was a hit with my family. We'll definitely be making this again!
Amahle Mbili
[email protected]I'm a big fan of cooking, and I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try. This shiro recipe was definitely a winner. The shiro was creamy and flavorful, and the berbere sauce was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this agai
Janatkhan 048
[email protected]This shiro recipe was a great way to introduce my family to Ethiopian food. The shiro was mild enough for my kids, but still had enough flavor to keep the adults interested. The berbere sauce was also a hit, and we all loved dipping our injera in it.
Melanie Reyes Castañeda
[email protected]I love Ethiopian food, and this shiro recipe is one of my favorites. The shiro is always creamy and flavorful, and the berbere sauce is the perfect addition. I always serve it with injera, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
mijan 3049
[email protected]This shiro recipe was a bit of a challenge, but it was well worth the effort. The shiro was creamy and flavorful, and the berbere sauce was perfectly spicy. I served it with injera, and it was a delicious and authentic Ethiopian meal.
Joseph Samuel
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this shiro recipe definitely fit the bill. The shiro was unlike anything I've ever tasted before, and the berbere sauce was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Heather White
[email protected]I made this shiro recipe for a dinner party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the bold flavors. I served it with injera and a variety of side dishes, and it was a feast fit for a king.
Public Program
[email protected]This is my new favorite Ethiopian dish! The shiro was so flavorful and the berbere sauce was the perfect accompaniment. I also loved the simplicity of the recipe. It only took a few ingredients and steps to make, and it turned out perfectly.
Punjab Hw
[email protected]I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I'm so glad I did! The shiro was creamy and flavorful, and the berbere sauce had just the right amount of heat. I served it with rice, and it was a delicious and satisfyin
Muhamad Abid
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Ethiopian food, and this shiro recipe did not disappoint. It was easy to make and turned out delicious. The shiro had the perfect balance of spices, and the berbere sauce was the perfect complement. I served it with injera, and it wa
NIKEFANSASS23 BIGASS
[email protected]This Ethiopian Shiro recipe was amazing! I've never had Ethiopian food before, but I was really impressed with the flavors and textures. The shiro was creamy and flavorful, and the berbere sauce added a nice kick. I'll definitely be making this again