Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
5 unit

green chilies

skinned, seeded and chopped

1 tsp

fresh ginger

grated

6 unit

potatoes

cubed

0.5 lb

green beans

4 unit

carrots

cut in strips

1 cup

water

as needed

2 unit

onions

quartered and separated

2 tbsp

olive oil

2 unit

garlic cloves

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

Step 1
~3 min

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2
~3 min

Add potatoes, green beans, and carrots to the boiling water.

Step 3
~3 min

Cover and cook for 5 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Remove the vegetables and rinse with cold water.

Step 5
~3 min

In a large skillet or pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 6
~3 min

Sauté the green chilies and onions until softened but not browned.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

Step 8
~3 min

Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 9
~3 min

Add the blanched potatoes, green beans, and carrots to the skillet.

Step 10
~3 min

Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 11
~3 min

Cook over medium heat until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference.

For a richer flavor, add a dollop of coconut milk at the end of cooking.

Serve with injera bread for an authentic Ethiopian experience.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with Ethiopian stews.

Serve with injera bread.

Serve over rice or quinoa.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Ethiopian Lentil Stew (Misir Wot)
Ethiopian Collard Greens (Gomen)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Ethiopia

Cultural Significance

Important part of Ethiopian vegetarian cuisine, often eaten during fasting periods.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ethiopian Orthodox fasting periods

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Side dish
Vegetarian meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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