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Yetakelt Alicha (Ethiopian Vegetable Stew)

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Yetakelt alicha is a flavorful and comforting Ethiopian vegetable stew made with a medley of vegetables cooked in a mild and aromatic sauce. This vegetarian stew is a popular part of Ethiopian cuisine and is enjoyed as a main course with injera (Ethiopian flatbread) or rice.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup vegetable broth or water
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1
    Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent.
  2. 2
    Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. 3
    Add the turmeric, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix well to coat the onions, garlic, and ginger with the spices.
  4. 4
    Add the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, green beans, cauliflower florets, and broccoli florets to the saucepan. Stir to combine the vegetables with the spice mixture.
  5. 5
    Pour in the vegetable broth or water, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the stew cook for about 20–25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  6. 6
    Check the seasoning and adjust with salt or additional spices if desired.
  7. 7
    Remove from heat and let the yetakelt alicha rest for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  8. 8
    Garnish the stew with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley.
  9. 9
    Serve hot as a main course, accompanied by injera or rice.
Category
Soups
Cuisine
African

Recipe Attribution

Wikibooks Cookbook
en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Cookbook:Yetakelt_Alicha_(Ethiopian_Vegetable_Stew)