Mesir Wat (Ethiopian Lentils)

Mesir Wat (Ethiopian Lentils) will remind you of your favorite local Ethiopian tavern. Traditionally served with Injera (kind of like a fermented crepe or flat pancake) and eaten with your hands, your family will enjoy digging right in. Pictured here bottom right alongside my Abesha Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens), and a Fresh Tomato Salad.

Mesir Wat (Ethiopian Lentils)

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This Mesir Wat (Ethiopian Lentils) will remind you of your favorite local Ethiopian tavern. Hearty and rich in protein and flavor you will want to keep digging in for more.

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Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Ethiopian

Calories

Ingredients

  

• 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic , minced
• 1 onion , finely chopped
• 2 stalks celery , finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced ginger
• 2 jalapeno peppers , finely chopped
• 1/2 can (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 1/2 tablespoons bere bere spice (see Instructions below)
• 1 cup red lentils
• 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Fresh cilantro leaves , optional

Instructions

 

• Prepare Bere Bere Spice Blend.
• Heat oil over medium heat. Saute' onion, garlic, ginger, celery and jalapeno 3-5 minutes or until onion begins to turn translucent.
• Add about half can of diced tomatoes (with liquid), tomato paste, lentils, broth, water and Bere Bere spice. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, 30-45 minutes or until lentils are tender.
• Remove from heat. Top with lemon juice and fresh cilantro.
• Serve with Injera, my Abesha Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens), and Fresh Tomato Salad.