Doro Wat

Doro Wat

A rich and aromatic Ethiopian chicken stew infused with warming spices and cooked until tender in a deeply flavored sauce.

⏱ 90 minServes 4Ethiopian

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 large onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons berbere spice blend
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 pounds chicken thighs, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. 1Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook the chopped onions for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and brown.
  2. 2Stir in the berbere spice, garlic, and ginger, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. 3Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5 minutes, stirring to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
  4. 4Pour in the chicken broth and tomato paste, stir well, then bring to a boil.
  5. 5Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  6. 6Add the hard-boiled eggs and simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes.
  7. 7Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve over injera bread or rice.

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