misir wot

This Misir Wot recipe is an Ethiopian red lentil stew gracefully seasoned with an earthy spice blend known as Berbere that&#039;s made in Instant Pot or stove.

Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew | Misir Wot in Instant Pot

unsalted butter (or ghee (see notes))

onion (chopped fine (1 medium))

garlic ((3 cloves))

minced ginger ((1-inch ginger grated or minced))

tomato paste ((or 1 roma tomato pureed))

salt

berbere seasoning ((reduce to 1 tbsp for mild))

red lentils (rinsed 2-3 times)

water (adjust consistency after cooking (see notes))

lime juice (garnish before serving)

black pepper

turmeric powder

coriander powder

cumin

cinnamon

smoked paprika

cayenne pepper

½ teaspoon garam masala

Turn on Sauté mode. Wait 30-40 seconds for the inner pot to get hot, then add butter or ghee.

Add chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until onions soften.

Add minced garlic and ginger and sauté another minute, then add tomato paste, salt and Berbere seasoning / spice mix. Stir well.

Add rinsed and drained lentils, water and stir. Press &#039;Cancel&#039; and close the lid. Select Manual or Pressure Cook and cook for 4 minutes at high pressure on sealing mode.

After the cooking is complete, wait 5 minutes for natural pressure release, then follow the quick release instructions. Open the lid after the pin drops.

Stir and check for consistency. If the stew seems too thick, add ½-1 cup of water (or as needed) and stir well till the water gets absorbed and lentils reach a creamy consistency. Check for seasoning.

Finish the dish with a light squeeze of lime juice. Serve with the traditional sourdough flatbread, injera.

Instant Pot Method

Heat a heavy bottom sauce pot or dutch oven. Add butter or ghee, along with chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until onions soften.

Add minced garlic and ginger and sauté another minute.

Add tomato paste, salt and Berbere seasoning / spice mix. Stir well. Add rinsed and drained lentils, 3 cups water and stir.

Bring it to a boil, then reduce heat to medium, cover the pot and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the lentils cook through and reach a creamy consistency. Be sure to stir every few minutes or so.

If the stew seems too thick, add 1/2 - 1 cup water (or as needed) and stir well till the water gets absorbed and lentils reach a creamy consistency. Check for seasoning.

Stove Top Method

Detailed recipe and tips at: https://spicecravings.com/ethiopian-red-lentil-stew-misir-wot

Misir Wot is one of the signature vegetarian dishes that you’ll find in most Ethiopian restaurants.  ‘Wat’ or ‘Wot‘ is an Ethiopian style stew or curry that may be prepared with chicken, beef, lamb, a variety of lentils and vegetables. It is cooked in clarified butter, Ghee, and uses a spice blend called ‘Berbere‘. I have prepared this dish with Garam Masala blend, which is very similar to the Berbere mix, along with a few additional spices, and the result is delicious. Pair it with Key Wat- Ethiopian Beef stew and a side of Injera or couscous.

You can find the "how-to" video for Key Wat (Beef stew), here: https://youtu.be/ssaxpLhlWT8

Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew  Misir Wot in Instant Pot

This Ethiopian Lentil Stew recipe, also known as Misir Wot, makes for an irresistible vegetarian meal. Made with red lentils cooked to creamy perfection and enhanced by the bright, warming flavors of  Berbere spice mix, this is a simple and delicious recipe that can be part of a healthy weeknight meal. Instant Pot and stovetop instructions included.

Ethiopian Lentils | Misir Wot (Instant Pot and Stovetop)

Tbsp niter kibbeh

onion (diced)

garlic

tsp ginger (minced)

½ Tbsp berbere (or to taste)

salt (or

tomato paste

water ((3 cups for stovetop))

lentils

Tbsp cilantro (to garnish (optional))

Press Saute and add niter kibbeh to the inner pot of the Instant Pot.

Once the niter kibbeh has heated up, add onions, garlic and ginger. Stir until onion mixture is golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. Press Cancel. The spices in the next step will cook in the residual heat.

Add berbere and salt and stir to coat, about 30 seconds. Make sure there&#039;s nothing stuck to the bottom of the inner pot – deglaze as needed.

Add tomato paste and stir for 30 seconds.  If anything gets stuck to the inner pot, deglaze with a tablespoon or two of water.

Stir in the water and lentils.

Close the lid and pressure cook on High Pressure for 6 minutes.

Do a natural pressure release. [Read More: The Different Pressure Release Methods]

Open the Instant Pot and stir the Ethiopian lentils. Garnish with cilantro, if using.

Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat niter kibbeh over medium heat.

Add onions, garlic and ginger. Stir for a few minutes till onions begin to turn golden.  Lower the temperature to medium-low and saute till onion mixture is a deep golden brown, stirring frequently.  It may take 15 to 20 minutes or longer for the onions to become nicely browned.  Make sure they don&#039;t burn, and deglaze as needed.

Stir in berbere and salt, and saute for about 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Stir in tomato paste and lentils.  Saute for 1 to 2 minutes, deglazing with water if needed.

Add 3 cups of water and simmer covered, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are cooked to your liking and the stew has thickened, about 30 minutes.  Add more water, if needed, in tablespoon increments.

Adjust with more berbere and salt, according to your tastes.

Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

Stovetop

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This Ethiopian Lentils recipe, also known as Misir Wot, makes for an irresistible vegetarian meal. Made with red lentils cooked to creamy perfection and seasoned with the bright, warming flavors of  Berbere spice mix, this is a simple and delicious recipe that can be part of a healthy weeknight meal. Instant Pot and stovetop instructions included.

Instant Pot Ethiopian Lentils - Misir Wot

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