Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 lbs

chicken

0.5 cup

butter

0.5 cup

vegetable oil

4 unit

garlic cloves

minced

3 cups

onions

chopped

6 unit

tomato paste

8 unit

hard-boiled eggs

Step 1
~8 min

Heat butter and vegetable oil in a large pot.

Step 2
~8 min

Add onions and garlic, sauté for 2 minutes until softened.

Step 3
~8 min

Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.

Step 4
~8 min

Add chicken pieces and enough water to cover them.

Step 5
~8 min

Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

Step 6
~8 min

Gently add hard-boiled eggs.

Step 7
~8 min

Continue to simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of tomato paste to control the richness of the stew.

Add berbere spice for a more authentic Ethiopian flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with injera bread.

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Injera bread
Steamed vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Ethiopia

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Ethiopian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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