Ethiopian Misir Wot

Make Ethiopian Misir Wot at home with measured ingredients, step-by-step directions and a practical Thedietco tip. Makes 3 servings; estimated time 40 min.

This is a modern adaptation inspired by Ethiopia-inspired. Ingredient quantities are for the full recipe; divide by the stated yield.

Serves / makes 3 servings

Ingredients

• 180 g dry red lentils
• 1 large onion (130 g)
• 2 tomatoes (220 g)
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp mild berbere spice
• 600 ml water

How to make it

1. Cook diced onion in oil on low heat until softened.
2. Add garlic and berbere, stirring for 1 minute.
3. Add tomatoes, rinsed lentils and water.
4. Simmer 25 minutes, stirring until thick and tender.

Serving inspiration; ingredients and presentation may differ. Photo: File:Misir Wot and Gomen Besiga - Abyssinia, Brighton.jpg by Andy Li · CC0. Resized and converted to WebP.