mild Recipes
13 delicious mild recipes from around the world
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.
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.
Fossolia (Ethiopian Green Beans and Carrots)
A simple and nutritious Ethiopian vegetable dish featuring tender green beans and carrots, gently sautéed with onions and garlic. This mild and flavorful preparation is a staple in Ethiopian cuisine, perfect as an everyday side dish.
Ke'kel (Beet Greens) Wot
A simple, nutritious, and often overlooked Ethiopian stew made from tender beet greens, seasoned with aromatic spices. Traditionally served during fasting periods, it's a delicious and healthy side dish.
Kik Alicha (Ethiopian Mild Yellow Split Pea Stew)
A comforting and simple Ethiopian stew made with mild yellow split peas, aromatics, and turmeric. This dish is naturally vegan and often enjoyed during fasting periods.
Kikil (Ethiopian Lamb Soup)
A comforting and mild Ethiopian lamb soup, fragrant with ginger and garlic. This version focuses on the pure flavors of the lamb and aromatics, without the addition of berbere spice.
Yatakilt Alicha (Ethiopian Mild Vegetable Stew)
A comforting and mild Ethiopian vegetable stew featuring tender carrots, potatoes, and cabbage, gently simmered with aromatic spices. This dish is naturally vegan and often prepared during fasting periods.
Yatakilt Kilkil (Ethiopian Cabbage and Carrot Stir-fry)
A comforting and mild Ethiopian vegetable stir-fry featuring tender cabbage, carrots, and potatoes, seasoned with aromatic turmeric and ginger. This dish is a staple vegetarian option, often served with injera.
Ye'kik Alicha (Mild Yellow Split Pea Stew)
A comforting and mild stew made from yellow split peas, infused with the warm color and flavor of turmeric. Traditionally enjoyed during fasting periods, it's a simple yet satisfying vegan dish.
Ye'misir Alicha (Mild Red Lentil Stew)
A comforting and mild yellow lentil stew, a staple in Ethiopian cuisine, especially during fasting periods. This 'alicha' version is distinguished by its lack of spicy berbere, relying on turmeric for its vibrant color and gentle flavor.
Ye'tikil Gomen (Ethiopian Cabbage and Potato)
A comforting and mild Ethiopian vegan dish featuring tender cabbage, potatoes, and carrots, traditionally enjoyed during fasting periods. The vibrant yellow hue comes from turmeric.
Yebeg Alecha (Ethiopian Mild Lamb Stew)
A comforting and mild Ethiopian lamb stew, characterized by its vibrant yellow hue from turmeric and a gentle, aromatic flavor profile. This dish is a staple in Ethiopian cuisine, often served during celebrations and family gatherings.
Yebeg Alicha (Ethiopian Mild Lamb Stew)
A comforting and mild Ethiopian lamb stew, characterized by its vibrant yellow hue from turmeric and a gentle flavor profile. Unlike spicier 'wot' dishes, 'alicha' is known for its subtle taste, making it a wonderful introduction to Ethiopian cuisine.