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Ethiopian Spicy Lentil Stew - Instant Pot

Misir Wot is a delicious Ethiopian stew made with lentils and a flavorful spice mix called Berbere. EASY Instant Pot recipe!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories: 244 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Ethiopian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup split red lentils
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or ghee
  • 1 medium red onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 to 3 tablespoons berbere spice blend
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 to 3 cups water divided
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped (optional)
  • ½ lime

Instructions

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  1. Turn Instant Pot to Saute mode. After the 'hot' sign displays, add oil and onions. Mix well. Cook covered with a glass lid for 2 minutes.
  2. Add ginger and garlic. Mix well and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add red lentils, berbere spice blend, and salt. Add 2 cups of water and mix everything together.
  4. Close Instant Pot lid with pressure valve to sealing. Cook on Manual(Hi) for 15 mins followed by natural pressure release.
  5. Open Instant Pot, Stir everything. Add more water to bring the stew to desired consistency. Mix well.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro and squeeze fresh lime juice on top before serving with steamed rice or bread.

Notes

  • Heat oil or ghee in a heavy bottom pot or stovetop pressure cooker. Add onions and sauté for 2 minutes. Add ginger and garlic. Mix well and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add red lentils, berbere spice blend, and salt. Add 3 cups of water and mix everything together.
  • Cook covered on medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes. If using a pot stir occasionally and add more water if needed. Adjust salt and add more Berbere spice as per your taste.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and squeeze fresh lime juice.

Nutrition Information

Calories 244kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 32g (11%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 707mg (29%) Potassium 481mg (14%) Fiber 14g (56%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 30IU (1%) Vitamin C 8.4mg (9%) Calcium 43mg (4%) Iron 4.6mg (26%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 244

% Daily Value*

Calories 244kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 32g 11%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 707mg 29%
Potassium 481mg 10%
Fiber 14g 56%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 30IU 1%
Vitamin C 8.4mg 9%
Calcium 43mg 4%
Iron 4.6mg 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.