Ethiopian Chicken and Onion Stew

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 1
Spicy and savory Ethiopian Chicken and Onion Stew recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

110 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 skinless chicken breasts , split
1 lime , quartered
8 cups water
1 tablespoon ground allspice
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 plump garlic clove , minced
1 tablespoon cayenne , plus
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 lbs red onions , finely chopped
1 cup unsalted butter
1 - 1 1/2 cup chicken stock
kosher salt
4 -6 hard-boiled eggs , peeled and sliced
cooked rice , for serving
plain yogurt , for serving

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
500
Sugar
5g
Fat
39g
Ethiopian Chicken and Onion Stew, also known as Doro Wot, is a staple dish in Ethiopian cuisine. It is traditionally prepared with a variety of spices and served on special occasions. This spicy and savory stew gets its heat from cayenne and black pepper, and the sweetness comes from caramelized onions. It is highly recommended to use red onions to give the stew a deep and rich flavor. The hard-boiled eggs, cooked rice, and plain yogurt complement the spiciness of the stew and help to balance the flavors. This is a perfect meal to warm you up and spice up your taste buds on a cold winter evening.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, place the chicken with lime wedges, water, allspice, ginger, black pepper, garlic, cayenne, cardamom, and cloves.
2.Cover the pot and bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
3.Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside to cool, then shred it into bite-sized pieces.
4.Add the chopped onions and butter to the pot, and cook over medium heat until the onions are caramelized, for about 30 minutes.
5.Add the chicken stock and shredded chicken to the pot and cook until the stew has thickened and most of the liquid has evaporated.
6.Season with salt to taste.
7.Serve the stew with hard-boiled eggs, cooked rice, and a dollop of plain yogurt.

PROS

This spicy and savory stew is high in protein and low in carbohydrates.

It is a great dish for cold winter evenings and can be customized by adding or subtracting spices as per your preference.

CONS

The stew has a long cooking time and requires constant stirring.

The heat from the cayenne and black pepper might not be suitable for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken in this stew is an excellent source of protein and nutrients like niacin and selenium.
The onions used in this recipe are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties that can help control blood sugar and lower cholesterol levels.

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