Kae misr wot (spiced red lentil stew)

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1cupDry red lentils
4cupsWater
1mediumOnion; chopped
1tablespoonCorn oil
1tablespoonTomato paste
2teaspoonsChow
½teaspoonSalt

Directions

Kae Misr Wot is a red lentil stew. In pan, cook the lentils in 3 1/2c of the water over low heat for about ½ hour, or until the lentil are soft and the water has almost completely evaporated. Set aside.

In a dry pan, stir fry the onions for 2 mins, add the oil and stir fry 2 mins more. Add the remaining 1/2c water, the tomato paste, chow, and salt and continue to stir.

Add the red lentils and mix well over moderate heat for 3 mins until everything is reduced to a thick, well seasoned puree.

Serve warm with Injeera.