Doro Wot (Red Chicken Stew), is one of the most popular dish of Ethiopia. The first time I tried this stew was when my cousin returned from Ethiopia and believe me when I say I nearly bit my tongue off! That is one spicy stew I have ever taken in my life.
Measurements and Ingredients (serving for 10) 5-8 pounds of chicken drumsticks and thighs skinned and cleaned
8 large onions fine chopped
2 cup of vegetable oil
5 teaspoons minced or powdered garlic
2 teaspoons minced or powdered ginger
1/2 cup of authentic Ethiopian Berber(more to make spicier)
1/4 cup of Paprika for redness
2 teaspoon Wot Kimem
2 teaspoon salt (as needed)
1-3 cup of water
Preparation Method:In large pot, simmer onion, garlic and ginger with vegetable oil till lightly brown. Add Berbere and Paprika, continue to simmer for about 15-20 minutes at low heat stirring occasionally by adding a touch of water as needed to avoid sticking. Add chicken and simmer until chicken is done while adding the remaining water as needed. Finish of simmering by add salt, Koreria, Wot kimem (Mekelesha). Serve hot with Injera (Ethiopian flat bread made of teff).
Watch the video of its preparation from an Ethiopian chef and learn more..... ENJOY
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