Ethiopian Misir (Miser) Wot - Red Lentils Stew
Prep Time: 10 Minutes | Cooking Time: 25 - 30 Minutes | Serving: 6- 8 people
Ingredients
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Preparation
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In a large stock pot, cook the onions on medium/medium-high heat for several minutes, stirring frequently, until they begin to soften and turn translucent.
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Add minced tomato and stir for few more minutes
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Add the oil and cook for a few more minutes
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Add the Berbere and allow the ingredients to simmer together for several minutes
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Add peppers and garlic as needed and stir
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Add red lentils and stir. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes
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Turn the heat to low-medium and simmer, but keep a close eye on the lentils- if the liquid has been absorbed before the lentils have softened, add more water as needed and continue cooking on low heat.
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Garnish with jalapeno, if desired.
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Misir should now be ready. Misir is best served with salad or another Ethiopian dish such asShiro Wot or Atklit wot and eaten using Teff Injera.