stew Recipes
210 delicious stew recipes from around the world
Shiro Wot (Classic Ethiopian Chickpea Stew)
Ethiopia's beloved everyday comfort food: a creamy, deeply satisfying stew made from spiced chickpea flour. This dish is the cornerstone of many fasting-period meals, offering a hearty and economical plant-based option. Its smooth texture and rich flavor come from slow cooking and the unique blend of spices in the shiro powder.
Siga Wat (Ethiopian Beef Stew)
A rich, deeply flavored Ethiopian beef stew, slow-cooked with aromatic berbere spice and niter kibbeh. Traditionally served with injera, this hearty dish is perfect for a comforting meal.
Siga Wot (Ethiopian Beef Stew)
A deeply flavorful and aromatic Ethiopian beef stew, characterized by its rich berbere spice blend and slow-cooked tenderness. Traditionally served with injera, a sourdough flatbread.
South African Curried Tripe
A rich and comforting South African curried tripe, deeply influenced by Indian flavors. This slow-cooked dish features tender tripe simmered with aromatic spices, potatoes, and tomatoes.
South African Lamb Shank Potjie
Tender, fall-off-the-bone lamb shanks slow-cooked in a traditional potjie with aromatic vegetables and rich red wine. A hearty and comforting dish perfect for a gathering.
Tagine Lahem bil Barkouk (Moroccan Lamb with Prunes)
A classic Moroccan tagine featuring tender lamb shoulder slow-cooked with sweet prunes, fragrant cinnamon, and crunchy almonds. This dish offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a special occasion or a comforting meal.
Tagine Lahm bil Barkouk (Moroccan Lamb with Prunes and Almonds)
A rich and fragrant Moroccan lamb stew, slow-cooked in a tagine with sweet prunes, warm spices, and crunchy toasted almonds. This dish offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it a perfect festive main course for special occasions.
Tagine Lahm bil Khodra (Moroccan Lamb and Vegetable Tagine)
A comforting and aromatic Moroccan lamb and vegetable tagine, perfect for an everyday meal. This slow-cooked stew features tender lamb shoulder simmered with a medley of seasonal vegetables and fragrant spices.
Tagine Lham bil Jelbana (Moroccan Beef and Pea Tagine)
A fragrant and comforting Moroccan beef stew with tender peas, bright preserved lemon, and fresh cilantro. Traditionally cooked in a tagine pot, but a Dutch oven works beautifully. This dish is especially delightful in spring when peas are at their freshest.
Tofu Wot
A modern, vegan take on the classic Ethiopian tofu stew, infused with the complex, spicy flavors of berbere spice. This dish is hearty, high in protein, and perfect for a flavorful vegan meal.
Tomato Bredie
A comforting and deeply flavorful Cape Malay slow-cooked stew featuring tender lamb and a rich tomato base. This dish is a classic example of South African comfort food.
Umleqwa (Zulu Free-Range Chicken Stew)
A hearty and traditional Zulu-style stew featuring tender, free-range chicken simmered with root vegetables in a rich broth. This comforting dish is a staple of South African cuisine.
Waterblommetjie Bredie
A unique and traditional Cape Malay stew featuring indigenous water lily flowers (waterblommetjies) and tender lamb, offering a subtly tart and earthy flavor profile.
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.
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.
Yebeg Wot (Spicy Lamb Stew)
A classic Ethiopian Yebeg Wot, featuring tender lamb simmered in a rich, spicy berbere sauce. This slow-cooked stew is deeply flavorful and traditionally served with injera.