Berbere Sauce Recipe

Berbere (Ethiopian Spice Blend) The Daring Gourmet

WEBAug 26, 2013 · Instructions. In a heavy skillet over high heat, toast the whole spices (seeds) and chilies, shaking the pan regularly to prevent …

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1. In a heavy skillet over high heat, toast the whole spices (seeds) and chilies, shaking the pan regularly to prevent scorching, until very fragrant, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and let cool completely.
2. Grind the cooled spices in a spice or coffee grinder. Add all remaining ground spices and salt and grind everything together.
3. Store in an airtight container in a dark place.

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Berbere Chicken with Ethiopian Lentils Feasting At …

WEBDec 3, 2022 · Preheat oven to 400 F. Make the lentils: In a heavy bottom pot, or dutch oven, saute diced onion, carrots, garlic and ginger in 2 …

1. Preheat oven to 400 F
2. In a heavy bottom pot, or dutch oven, saute diced onion, carrots, garlic and ginger in 2 tablespoons olive oil, until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add 2-3 tablespoons Berbere Spice mix and sauté 2-3 minutes. Add 1 cup lentils, 1 cup diced tomatoes, 1 teaspoon salt and 3 cups water, and bring to a boil, cover, turn heat to low and let cook until tender, about 30 minutes. Uncover and cook off any extra liquid.
3. Pat dry the chicken and salt all sides with salt and pepper and generously rub each piece with Berbere Spice Mix. The more, the spicier.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a heavy bottom skillet, on medium-high heat, place chicken skin side down and sear until it is crispy and golden, about 6- 8 minutes. Turn over, and turn heat down to medium, searing for 2-3 minutes. Place in a 400 F oven until internal temperature reaches 165F (10-15 minutes)

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