Traditional Ethiopian Doro Wat Chicken Stew Recipe

Ethiopian Chicken Doro Wat

Ethiopian Cuisine

Step into the vibrant and aromatic world of Ethiopian cuisine with this Doro Wat, the national dish of Ethiopia, adapted for an omnivorous diet. Doro Wat, with its deep, spicy flavors and a hint of spiced butter richness, captures the essence of Ethiopia’s culinary heritage. This dish, a savory stew of spiced chicken and hard-boiled eggs, is an irresistible blend of spices, aromatics, and the unique, deeply flavorful Berbere spice. Perfect for creating a memorable dining experience for two.

Serves: 2, Difficulty: Expert

Preparation Time: 40 minutes

Cooking Time: 2 hours

Ingredients

• 300g Chicken, cut into pieces
• 2 Onions, finely chopped
• 3 cloves of Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of fresh Ginger, minced
• 1 tablespoon Berbere spice mix
• 50g Niter Kibbeh (spiced clarified butter)
• 2 Eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 500g Canned Tomatoes

Method

• In a large pot, heat the olive oil and niter kibbeh over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until deeply caramelized, about 30 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Add the minced garlic, ginger, and Berbere spice mix to the onions. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the spices are aromatic.
• Incorporate the chicken pieces, stirring to coat them well with the spice mixture. Cook for 5 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned.
• Pour in the canned tomatoes, ensuring they are well mixed with the chicken. Add salt to taste and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and the sauce is thick.
• In the final 10 minutes of cooking, add the hard-boiled eggs, ensuring they are covered in the sauce to absorb the flavors.
• Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors. Serve hot with injera, the Ethiopian flatbread, or over a bed of rice.

Tips

For an authentic experience, pair this dish with additional Ethiopian side dishes, or try to find authentic Ethiopian injera to serve alongside.

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