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Alicha Ethiopian Stew Recipe

Experience the magic of Ethiopian cuisine with this Alicha stew recipe! Inspired by a heartwarming outback romance, this dish features rich spices and tender vegetables, creating a flavour explosion in your mouth. Featured on national TV, this family recipe is now ready for your kitchen. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 259.2 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 1.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Alicha Ethiopian Stew

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 large potato (about 1kg total), chopped
  • 2 large carrots, chopped
  • Cabbage (quantity not specified in recipe)
  • 1-2 fresh red chilies, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt, pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 (400g) can diced tomatoes
  • 500ml vegetable broth (or water)
  • a pinch of sugar (optional)
  • Injera bread (optional)

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How to Make Alicha Ethiopian Stew

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 large chopped onion and 4 cloves of minced garlic. Cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Wash and chop 2 large carrots, 2 celery stalks, and 1 large potato (about 1kg total). Add the chopped vegetables to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon ground cardamom, and 1 teaspoon ground ginger. Add 1 (400g) can of diced tomatoes, 500ml of vegetable broth (or water), and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or a pinch of sugar if desired. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in 1-2 fresh red chilies (finely chopped), 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley, and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil.
  5. Serve hot with injera bread (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

4g

Carbs

16g

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