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ETHIOPIAN DORO WAT - SPICY CHICKEN STEW

Embark on a culinary adventure with our Ethiopian Doro Wat recipe. Delight in the fiery, aromatic blend of spices and tender chicken, slow-cooked to perfection. Elevate your cooking skills and impress your guests with this culturally rich and flavorful dish that's sure to become a favorite. Experience Ethiopia's essence right at your table.
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Africa
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 1 pan
  • 1 stove

Ingredients
  

  • ½ Tbsp  Butter plus
  • tbsp  Olive Oil
  • Cup  Yellow or Red Onion, diced
  • Tbsp  Fresh Garlic Cloves, minced
  • tsp  Berbere Spice mix
  • Tsp   Jalapeno Pepper, diced (optional)
  • Cup  Diced/Crushed Tomatoes
  • Chicken Thighs/drumsticks or breast meat
  • 4 Hard Boiled Eggs, shelled
  • Cup  Water
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large pan on medium heat.
  • Add butter, oil and onions then cook until soft.
  • Next add garlic and spices, stirring constantly to prevent any sticking.
  • Put in the chicken and cook until fragrant, then add tomatoes and water.
  • Bring to a slight boil, turn heat down to low setting and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  • Add boiled eggs and cook on low heat for another 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and set aside until ready to serve.

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Notes

Another option is to serve it over steamed rice and remember to have some plain yogurt on the side, it mellows the spiciness of the dish.
Keyword meat