MISIR WOT (SPICY RED LENTILS)
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the lentils in a large bowl and fill with cold water. Massage the lentils with your hands to remove any dirt or debris. Rinse the lentils a few times until the water runs clear. This may require several rinses. Soak the lentils in lukewarm water for approximately 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the onions and tomatoes to a large pot and cook over medium heat until beginning to soften, about 4 minutes. Add the olive oil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Make sure the onions do not get too dark. Add the berbere and continue to cook until the berbere is fully combined with the onion and tomato mixture, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 cup water and cook the tomato, onion and berbere mixture until it reduces and begins to stick to the pan, about 10 minutes. Using a wooden spoon, scrape the bottom of the pot to bring up the stuck tomatoes and onions. Add another 1 cup water and allow the mixture to reduce again for another 10 minutes. Scrape the bottom of the pot. Add 1 cup water more, reduce again for 10 minutes then scrape the bottom of the pot (Adding and reducing 3 times will give your lentils a rich and layered flavor.) Be sure not to step away from the pot during this process. As Azla says, "Misir wot has jealous tendencies and wants your full, undivided attention from start to finish."
- Strain the soaked lentils in a colander and allow them to drain for a few minutes. Meanwhile, add 8 cups water to the pot and bring to a rolling boil. Add the lentils, reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thick and the lentils are tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Finish with the ground nutmeg and sea salt to taste. Serve with injera or your favorite whole grain.
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Msmim Khanum
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Malak Saqib
[email protected]I love that this dish can be made in one pot. It's so easy to clean up!
Seid Yimam
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but I found this dish to be just the right amount of heat.
Joy islam
[email protected]This dish is a great way to warm up on a cold day. The spices really pack a punch!
Jovan Jubert
[email protected]I love the way the lentils and spices come together in this dish. It's a perfect balance of flavors.
Preeti Nepal
[email protected]This is one of my favorite Ethiopian dishes. It's so flavorful and comforting.
tegegn fayera
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
VISA NETWORK AIR TRAVELS
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber. It's also very affordable, which is a bonus.
Sky Rainbow
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but this dish has changed my mind. The lentils are so creamy and flavorful, I could eat them every day.
GLACIER 2
[email protected]The spices in this dish are so fragrant and aromatic. It fills my kitchen with the most amazing smell.
Sky Kutz
[email protected]I love the vibrant red color of this dish! It's so inviting and makes me want to dig in.
Beatformerz Mojack
[email protected]This is my new favorite lentil dish! It's so easy to make and so delicious.
Zulafqar Zulafqar ali
[email protected]I've been making this misir wot for years and it's always a hit! The lentils are so creamy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of spicy and tangy.