ethiopian Recipes
77 delicious ethiopian recipes from around the world
Asa (Fish) Tibs
Ethiopian fish tibs - a flavorful dish of pan-seared fish sautéed with onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, and the signature Ethiopian spice blend, berbere. Traditionally served with injera, a spongy sourdough flatbread.
Asa Tibs (Ethiopian Sautéed Fish)
A vibrant and quick Ethiopian dish featuring tender fish fillets sautéed with aromatic onions, tomatoes, and the signature spice blend, berbere. Traditionally cooked in niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter) for an authentic flavor.
Atakilt Wat (Ethiopian Cabbage and Potato Stew)
A comforting and mild Ethiopian vegetable stew, traditionally served during fasting periods. This dish features tender cabbage, potatoes, and carrots simmered in a fragrant turmeric-infused broth.
Awaze (Ethiopian Spicy Dipping Sauce)
Awaze is a vibrant and spicy Ethiopian dipping sauce, traditionally made with berbere spice blend. It's a versatile condiment perfect for enhancing grilled meats, stews, or served with injera bread.
Awaze Tibs
Tibs in awaze sauce - an extra spicy and intensely flavorful Ethiopian stir-fry, traditionally served sizzling hot.
Ayib (Ethiopian Fresh Cheese)
Ayib is a traditional Ethiopian fresh cheese, known for its mild, slightly tangy flavor and crumbly texture. It's often compared to a very fresh, unsalted farmer's cheese or a mild cottage cheese. Ayib serves as a cooling contrast to the rich, spicy flavors of many Ethiopian stews.
Ayib Be'gomen (Ethiopian Cheese with Collard Greens)
A simple yet flavorful Ethiopian dish featuring fresh, crumbly ayib cheese gently folded into tender, sautéed collard greens infused with aromatic niter kibbeh and garlic. It's a protein-rich, vegetarian side dish often served as part of a larger platter.
Azifa (Ethiopian Green Lentil Salad)
A refreshing and flavorful cold salad made with tender green lentils, finely diced vegetables, and a zesty mustard-lemon dressing. Traditionally enjoyed during fasting periods, Azifa is a light yet satisfying dish.
Berbere Spice Blend
Ethiopia's signature spice blend, Berbere, is a complex, aromatic, and often fiery mix essential for many Ethiopian dishes. This recipe provides a foundational version that can be adjusted to your preference.
Berbere Spice Mix
The essential Ethiopian spice blend, known for its complex aroma, vibrant color, and distinctive heat. This homemade version allows for customization of spice levels and freshness.
Buticha
A vibrant and tangy Ethiopian chickpea dip, similar to hummus but distinguished by its zesty lemon and sharp mustard flavors. Perfect as a side dish or appetizer, especially within the context of Ethiopian fasting traditions.
Chechebsa (Ethiopian Fried Flatbread)
A popular Ethiopian breakfast dish made from torn pieces of freshly cooked flatbread (kita) tossed in a fragrant spiced clarified butter (niter kibbeh) infused with berbere spice. It's a comforting and hearty start to the day.
Dabo (Ethiopian Honey Wheat Bread)
Dabo is a traditional Ethiopian honey wheat bread, often prepared for special occasions and holidays. Its slightly sweet flavor and soft texture make it a delightful accompaniment to coffee or meals.
Derek Tibs (Ethiopian Dry-Fried Meat)
Derek Tibs are a dry-fried Ethiopian meat dish, characterized by its crispy texture and intense flavor, achieved without a sauce. It's a simpler, more intensely browned version of classic tibs.
Dinich Wot (Ethiopian Spiced Potato Stew)
A comforting and flavorful Ethiopian stew featuring tender potatoes simmered in a rich, spicy berbere sauce with sautéed onions and garlic. Traditionally served during fasting periods, this dish is both satisfying and warming.
Dirkosh (Dried Injera Chips)
A traditional Ethiopian zero-waste snack made from leftover injera, dried until perfectly crisp. Dirkosh can be enjoyed on its own as a crunchy snack, crumbled into stews and soups, or used as a flavorful crouton.
Doro Wat (Ethiopian Spicy Chicken Stew)
A deeply flavorful and celebratory Ethiopian chicken stew, rich with the complex spice blend of berbere and slow-cooked onions. Traditionally served with injera, a sour flatbread.
Doro Wot (Authentic Ethiopian Chicken Stew)
Ethiopia's celebratory chicken stew, often called the 'crown jewel' of Ethiopian cuisine. This rich, slow-cooked dish features tender chicken and hard-boiled eggs simmered in a deeply flavorful, spiced berbere sauce. Essential for holidays and special occasions, traditionally served with injera.
Doro Wot (Ethiopian Spicy Chicken Stew)
Ethiopia's quintessential celebratory chicken stew, slow-cooked to tender perfection with the complex, warming spice blend of berbere and infused with aromatic niter kibbeh. Traditionally served with hard-boiled eggs nestled within the rich sauce, this dish is a holiday essential.
Doro Wot with Injera
Ethiopia's quintessential celebration dish: a rich, deeply spiced chicken stew featuring tender chicken pieces and hard-boiled eggs, traditionally served with spongy, tangy injera bread for scooping.
Dulet
A rich and intensely flavored Ethiopian dish of finely minced organ meats (liver, tripe, lean beef) sautéed with aromatic spices, particularly niter kibbeh and mitmita. It's a celebratory and often spicy breakfast staple.
Enqulal Firfir (Ethiopian Scrambled Eggs with Injera)
A simple yet flavorful Ethiopian breakfast dish featuring scrambled eggs cooked with spiced clarified butter (niter kibbeh), berbere spice, and torn pieces of day-old injera. It's a hearty and satisfying way to start the day.
Enqulal Tibs (Ethiopian Scrambled Eggs)
A simple yet flavorful Ethiopian scrambled egg dish featuring tender sautéed vegetables, enriched with the aromatic spice of niter kibbeh. Perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast.
Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony (Buna)
A traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, known as Buna, is a cherished social and spiritual ritual involving the roasting, grinding, and brewing of coffee beans in a special clay pot called a jebena. It is an integral part of daily life and hospitality.