
A flavorful and colorful Ethiopian-inspired vegetable stew featuring potatoes, carrots, green beans, and cabbage, cooked with aromatic spices and served with injera bread. A satisfying and healthy vegetarian meal.
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the turmeric powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, to bloom the spices.
Add the cubed potatoes and sliced carrots to the pot. Stir to coat them with the spice mixture.
Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Add the green beans and shredded cabbage to the pot. Stir to combine. Cover and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp and the cabbage is slightly wilted.
Stir in the lemon juice (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve the Atakilt Wat hot with injera bread on the side for scooping up the stew.
Nutrition per serving (350g)
For extra flavor, add a pinch of berbere spice blend to the stew along with the turmeric.
You can add other vegetables like cauliflower florets, bell peppers, or peas to the stew.
If you don't have vegetable broth, water can be used instead. You may need to add a bit more salt for flavor.
Adjust the cooking time depending on the size of your vegetable pieces. The potatoes should be tender when pierced with a fork.
To make it spicy, add a chopped jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper with the ginger and garlic.
The stew can be made ahead of time and reheated. The flavors will meld together even more.
Large pot or Dutch oven
Cutting board
Knife
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