Lamb (Yebeg0) Alicha is my favorite dish. It reminds me of my childhood.Ingredients:2 lb lamb chops (ribs and meat)¼ cup purified butter **2 cups white onion (thinly chopped)1 tablespoon fresh garlic or 2 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon fresh ginger-root juice or ¼ teaspoon ginger powder1 teaspoon cardamom powder (korerima) *¼ teaspoon bishop weed *¼ teaspoon turmeric *2 long hot chili peppers, seeded and sliced6 cup boiled waterSalt to tastePreparation:1st Step: Cut the ribs in smaller sizes...
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
My family favorite simple and tasty beef steak.Ingredients:1 lb beef tenderloin/boneless sirloin 3 bell peppers: red, yellow or orange (seeded and cut into thinly strips)1 onion (thinly sliced)½ tablespoon butter½ Tomato (seeded, diced)1 bunch rosemary or 1 teaspoon dry rosemary2 green onions/scallions (chopped)2 garlic cloves (mashed) & ½ teaspoon garlic powder2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or vegetable oil2 teaspoon hot red chili powder (Berbere)2 tablespoons sherry or wine (if preferred)2...
Monday, April 28, 2008
Delicious roasted chicken spiced with Ethiopian chili powder (berbere).Ingredients:4lbs whole chicken1teaspoon chili powder (Berbere)3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or vegetable oil2 tablespoons dry wine or dry sherry¼ teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon oregano½ teaspoon basil¼ teaspoon black pepper ¼ teaspoon salt2 lemons or limesPreparation:1st Step: Remove fat; clean the chicken inside and outside with cold water; soak the chicken for 15 minutes with cold water, lemon or lime juice and a pinch...
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Nutritious Soup for vegans, vegetarians and Lent observers.Ingredients: 1 tomato (seeded, chopped)1 potato (peeled, chopped)2 stalks celery (chopped)2 Leeks (cut below the dark green part, chopped)2 carrots (peeled, chopped)1 cup cauliflower (cut into small florets)1 sweet red pepper (seeded, chopped)1 teaspoon fresh basil (diced)2 zucchini (chopped)½ teaspoon fresh parsley (diced)½ teaspoon garlic powder or fresh garlic (diced)½ teaspoon chili pepper powder (berbere)3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive...
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
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Simple pasta and vegetable salad for vegans and Lent observers.Ingredients:2 bunch broccoli (cut off the stems and break up the florets, rinse)1lb macaroni (twist, penne, etc.) - no egg1 red bell pepper (seeded, rinsed, sliced)1 yellow or orange bell pepper (seeded, rinsed, sliced)3 scallion/green onions (trimmed, rinsed, chopped)3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or vegetable oil6 garlic cloves, thinly (rinsed, sliced)1 teaspoon honey mustard2 teaspoon vinaigrette or lemon juice½ teaspoon fresh...
Monday, April 21, 2008
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My Ethiopian Cooking: Split Pea Mild Stew (Yeater Kek Alicha)Simple dish for vegans, vegetarians and Lent observers Ingredients:1 cup yellow split peas (rinsed)2 red onions (diced)½ cup olive oil or vegetable oil4 cups water¼ teaspoon bishop weed powder *½ teaspoon fresh garlic or garlic powder¼ teaspoon ginger powder¼ teaspoon turmeric powder*1 hot green pepper (seeded and sliced)Salt and black pepper to tastePreparation:1st Step: In a medium pot, bring to boil 3 cups of water; add the rinsed split...
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
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In Ethiopian, barley is one of the top cereal grains. The lightly roasted barely (YeBesso Dukete) is used as cereal and as a drink. Blending it with fruit makes it more tasty. It is satisfying as breakfast or snack.Ingredients:½ cup roasted barley flour (YeBesso Dukete)*2 mangoes or 2 pears (peeled, seeded)1 teaspoon honey or ½ teaspoon sugar2 cups of cold water4 ice cubesPreparation:1st Step: If...
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
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Easy, quick to prepare and juicy fish salad.Ingredients:6 ounces tuna canned in fresh water1 tomato (seeded)1 sweet red pepper (seeded)2 green onions/scallions2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice2 teaspoon olive oil or vegetable oil½ teaspoon red chili powder (berbere)¼ teaspoon garlic powder1 hot green pepper (seeded)Salt and black pepper to tastePreparation:1st Step: Open the canned tuna; place it on...
Monday, April 14, 2008
This Spinach dish is simple and instant.Ingredients:1 lb fresh spinach (washed, stems removed and lightly dry)2 green onions/scallions (diced)2 tablespoon extra-virgin oil or vegetable oil4 garlic cloves (sliced) or ½ teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon Italian seasoning or parsley2 hot green peppers (seeded and sliced)2 tablespoons waterBlack pepper and salt to tastePreparation:1st Step: Sauté the onions and garlic with oil in a medium pot for 2 minutes;2nd Step: Add 2 tablespoons water, black pepper...
Friday, April 11, 2008
My favoriate, tasty and healthy fish dish.Ingredients:1½ lbs fresh salmon2½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil3 yellow sweet peppers (seeded, cut in halves)3 red sweet peppers (seeded cut in halves)3 medium sweet potatoes or yam (peeled, sliced encircles) 2 medium zucchini (peeled, sliced encircles)¼ teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon white wine1 teaspoon teriyaki sauce¼ teaspoon chili powder (berbere)1 teaspoon rosemary 1 lemon or limeSalt and black pepper to tastePreparation:1st Step: Rinse the...
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
One complete tasty dish.Ingredients:1 cup basmati rice or brown rice½ red onion (peeled, diced)2 carrots (peeled, diced)1 leek (diced)1 stalk celery (trimmed, diced)½ cup whole sweet corn (kernels)¼ teaspoon garlic powder¼ teaspoon curry powder2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or vegetable oil2 cups water (or more)1 teaspoon teriyaki sauce (if desired)2 cups vegetable stocksSalt and black pepper to tastePreparation:1st Step: In a medium pot, sauté the onion, garlic with oil until tender; add ½...
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
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This vegetable pasta dish is simple. It is a practical cuisine for vegetarians, vegans and for those who observe Lent.Ingredients:1lb spaghetti (without dairy and eggs)2 tomatoes1 onion2 carrots (peeled)1 eggplant1 red sweet pepper8 oz can tomato sauce1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato or tomato paste3 stalks celery1teasspoon basil (minced)1 teaspoon garlic powder or minced garlic cloves4 bay leaves3 tablespoon...
Sunday, April 6, 2008
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Ingredients:1 cup lentils½ onion (finely chopped)1 tomato (seeded and diced)2 carrots (peeled and diced)2 stalks celery (trimmed and diced)3 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil or vegetable oil1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon fresh ginger juice or vinaigrette4 cup vegetable broth½ teaspoons white pepper½ teaspoon chili powder (Berbere)4 cups or more waterSalt and black pepper to tastePreparation:1st Step: Sauté the onions, carrots, celery with olive oil for 10 minutes by gradually adding half cup...
Friday, April 4, 2008
Couscous are small grains made of semolina, wheat flour, salt and water. The origin is Northern African. Couscous are delicate grains requires only lightly steaming. I was introduced to couscous when I was in West Africa. Since then, I enjoy cooking and eating it. It could be prepared with meat, vegetables, or with fruits as dessert.Ingredients:2 cups couscous *4 skinless chicken breasts3 tomatoes (chopped) or 12 oz can crushed tomatoes1 medium onion, (finely chopped)2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive...
Thursday, April 3, 2008
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My Ethiopian Cooking: Spicy Chickpeas Stew (Yeshinbra Shiro Wot) Ingredients:½ cup spiced chickpeas powder *3 cups of water (as required)½ cup red onions or shallots (finely chopped)1 tablespoon hot chili pepper powder (Berbere, if more spicy required)4 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil or vegetable oil½ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon cardamom powder (korerima)*Salt and black pepper to tastePreparation:1st Step: Sauté the onion with oil, adding gradually half cup of water until tender; If the...
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Chicken Curry is Indian dish. Long time ago, I tasted it in my friend's house and since then I am cooking it with my own twist.Ingredients: 6 chicken breasts1/4 cup butter1 onion (finely chopped/diced)1 tomato (diced)½ teaspoon fresh garlic or garlic powder½ teaspoon curry powder¼ cardamom powder1 tablespoon tomato pastea pinch of ginger powder¼ teaspoon hot red chili pepper (berbere)4 small cinnamon stick4 bay leaves12-15 oz plain yogurt1 cup of water1 lime or lemonBlack pepper and Salt to tastePreparation:...
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