Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

onion

in wedges

4 tbsp

safflower oil

4 unit

carrots

in 1 in. pieces

3 cup

water

16 ounce

tomato sauce

2 tsp

salt

1 tsp

ginger

minced

3 unit

potatoes

peeled & in 1 in pieces

1 unit

cabbage

in wedges

0.25 cup

paprika

1 tbsp

cumin

2 tsp

cardamom

2 tsp

ground fenugreek

2 tsp

ground ginger

2 tsp

cayenne

2 tsp

salt

1 tsp

white pepper

1 tsp

ground coriander

1 tsp

nutmeg

0.5 tsp

turmeric

0.5 tsp

ground allspice

0.5 tsp

cinnamon

0.5 tsp

ground cloves

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare all vegetables by washing and cutting as indicated in the ingredients list.

Step 2
~3 min

Heat safflower oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Sauté the onion wedges until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Add the carrot pieces, water, tomato sauce, salt, and minced ginger to the pot.

Step 5
~3 min

Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the potatoes and all the remaining spices (paprika, cumin, cardamom, ground fenugreek, ground ginger, cayenne, salt, white pepper, ground coriander, nutmeg, turmeric, ground allspice, cinnamon, ground cloves).

Step 7
~3 min

Stir to combine well.

Step 8
~3 min

Cover and cook for another 10 minutes, or until potatoes are almost tender.

Step 9
~3 min

Add the cabbage wedges.

Step 10
~3 min

Cook until the cabbage is tender, about 5 more minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of berbere spice blend.

Serve with injera bread for a traditional Ethiopian meal.

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 ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with injera bread or rice.

Accompany with a dollop of plain yogurt or sour cream (for non-vegan option).

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

A staple vegetable dish in Ethiopian cuisine, often served during fasting periods or as a side dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering
Meatless Monday

Popularity Score

65/100

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