Ethiopian Chicken Doro Wat Stew

Doro wat is a traditional ethiopian chicken stew characterized by its rich, spicy flavor and deep red color. This dish combines tender chicken pieces with a blend of aromatic spices, onions, and a touch of lemon, creating a comforting and satisfying meal. Serve it with injera or rice for a complete experience!

This recipe is dinner, scaled for 6 servings, with 20 min prep and 60 min cook.

Prep: 20 min · Cook: 60 min · Total: 80 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

• Core ingredients include salt, chicken thighs, garlic, tomato paste.
• Follow all 7 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
• Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp salt
• 900 g chicken thighs (skinless, boneless, cut into pieces)
• 6 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 4 tbsp berbere spice mix
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 3 medium onions (finely chopped)
• 2 tbsp ginger (grated)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 cups chicken broth

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the chopped onions, cooking until they are soft and translucent.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add the berbere spice mix and tomato paste, stirring well to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes to develop the flavors.
4. Add the chicken pieces to the pot, ensuring they are well coated with the spice mixture.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
6. Cook the stew for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and the flavors have melded together.
7. Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, adjusting seasoning to taste before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 395
• Protein: 32 g
• Fat: 24 g
• Carbohydrates: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 820 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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