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Ethiopian Shiro Wat
Fragrant Ethiopian chickpea stew with warm spices that comes together in 45 minutes. Vegan, gluten-free and a delicious but hearty meal that everyone will love!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 182 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Condiments
Cuisine:
Ethiopian
Ingredients
Shiro Powder
- ¾ cup chickpea flour
- 1 tablespoon berbere powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom optional
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste!
Shiro Wat
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 1 onion large, diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
Instructions
Making Shiro Powder
- On a large skillet, dry roast ¾ cup of chickpea flour along with a tablespoon of berbere spice, and 1 teaspoon each of ground cardamom, white cumin powder, and garlic powder. Set aside. You can add the salt now or wait until later. Note: If you have an Ethiopian grocery store nearby, you can also buy shiro powder!
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Making Shiro Wat
- In a medium sized pot or Dutch oven, heat ⅓ cup of olive oil on low to medium heat. Add 1 diced onion over low to medium heat for a few minutes. This is just to get the aromatics fragrant so 1-2 minutes is sufficient, don't let it brown!
- Next, add a teaspoon of minced garlic along with the tomato paste and sauté for 30 seconds until the garlic is fragrant.
- Now, add the shiro powder, along with salt and 3 cups of water, and bring to a boil on medium heat. Then, turn down the heat to a low to medium, and let it simmer for about 20 to 30 minutes to allow the mixture to thicken to your desired consistency. Stir at 5 minute increments to ensure it doesn't stick. The oil will float to the top when the shiro is done cooking! Taste and adjust salt and serve hot with rice or injera!
Notes
- Ingredient variations: You can buy shiro powder from most Ethiopian or Eritrean grocery stores. If you want to add more complex flavors, you can use Ethiopian basil. Finally, if you don't have berbere, you can substitute with a teaspoon each of paprika, red chili powder, and coriander powder.
Nutrition Information
Calories
182kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Sodium
497mg
(21%)
Potassium
200mg
(6%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
58IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
19mg
(2%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 182kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Sodium | 497mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 200mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 58IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.