Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

onion

sliced

2 tbsp

corn oil

2 unit

lamb

cut in 3 inch pieces

2 unit

garlic cloves

sliced

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 unit

green chili pepper

sliced

0.25 tsp

gingerroot

crushed fresh

0.25 tsp

mustard seeds

crushed

0.25 tsp

caraway seed

crushed

0.25 tsp

turmeric

ground

1.5 cup

water

Step 1
~5 min

In a dry pan over medium heat, stir fry the sliced onions for 2 minutes.

Step 2
~5 min

Add the corn oil and continue to stir fry for another minute.

Step 3
~5 min

Add the lamb or goat meat and brown for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 4
~5 min

Add all the spices and seasonings (salt, green chili pepper, gingerroot, mustard seeds, caraway seed, and turmeric) at once and stir well to combine.

Step 5
~5 min

Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6
~5 min

Cover the pan and cook over moderate heat for about 45 minutes, or until the meat is tender.

Step 7
~5 min

If the curry dries out too quickly, add another 1/2 cup of water.

Step 8
~5 min

At the end of the 45 minutes, ensure there is very little sauce remaining.

Step 9
~5 min

Serve the Alicha warm or at room temperature.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili pepper to control the spice level.

For a richer flavor, marinate the meat in the spice blend for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

Serve with injera bread for a traditional Ethiopian experience.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The stew can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Injera bread and a side of Ethiopian greens.

Serve over rice

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Ethiopian lentils (Misir Wot)
Collard greens (Gomen)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Ethiopia

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Ethiopian cuisine, often served during special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ethiopian Orthodox fasting periods (as a non-meat dish when prepared with vegetables)
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Special Occasion
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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