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Doro Wat - Spicy Ethiopian Stew

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Ethiopian
Keyword: chicken, curry, gluten free, spicy, stew

Ingredients

  • 2 Bay leaves optional
  • 3 tbsp Niter kibbeh (divided) can use ghee (Indian clarified butter)
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil (divided)
  • 2 Medium onions finely diced
  • 2 Small tomatoes diced finely
  • 1 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Minced ginger
  • 2 tbsp Minced garlic
  • 3 tbsp Berbere spice
  • 1/2 tbsp Paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup Vegetable or chicken stock
  • 2 Lemons freshly squeezed per taste
  • 4 Hard boiled eggs peeled, cut in half and pierced with a fork divided
  • 6 chicken thighs or legs Can use a mix of both

Instructions

  • Season chicken with salt and lemon juice and set aside for at least 30 minutes
  • Heat a large pot, add 2 tbsp butter along with 1 tbsp oil, bay leaves and onions. Saute on low heat for at least 15 minutes
  • Add diced tomatoes and saute till onions and tomatoes are well blended.
  • Add a little more oil and butter and add the ginger, garlic, and spices.
  • Stir and cook for at least another 10 minutes
  • Add tomato paste and mix. Add a little broth so it doesn't burn
  • Lower the heat and add the chicken, the remaining broth, and stir well.
  • Cover and cook for at least 40 minutes.
  • Add in three eggs and some lemon juice till eggs are well coated and immersed in the sauce.
  • Taste for spice levels and add more berbere if needed.
  • Cook the chicken for another 10./15 minutes till it is tender.
  • Adjust the sauce thickness and spice based on your taste.
  • Plate with other stews and add the remaining eggs on top