Traditional Dishes

Doro Alicha (chicken Stewed in Turmeric) with hard boiled eggs

Doro Alicha (Chicken Stewed in Turmeric)

Doro Alicha is the gentler counterpart to Doro Wat — a slow-stewed Ethiopian chicken dish with turmeric, ginger, and mountains of caramelized onion rather than heat. Where Doro Wot brings...

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Doro Alicha (Chicken Stewed in Turmeric)

Doro Alicha is a traditional Ethiopian chicken stew known for its mild, fragrant flavor—made with...

Doro Alicha is the gentler counterpart to Doro Wat — a slow-stewed Ethiopian chicken dish with turmeric, ginger, and mountains of caramelized onion rather than heat. Where Doro Wot brings...

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Fossolia (Ethiopian-Style String Beans)

INGREDIENTS 1lb fresh string beans2-4 carrots, chopped into large chunks (optional)1/2 cup diced ...

Sega Alicha (Beef Stewed in Turmeric)

Ingredients 2 lbs of beef, cubed3 yellow onions, finely minced1 tablespoon olive oil3 tablespoon ...

Doro Wot (Chicken Stew with Egg)

Doro Wot is Ethiopia’s most iconic dish—a deeply spiced chicken stew slow-simmered with Berbere, ...

Kik Alicha (Mild Turmeric Yellow Lentils)

INGREDIENTS 1 yellow onion, minced 2-3 tablespoons garlic, minced 2 tablespoons ginger, minced...

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Misser Wot (Spicy Berbere Red Lentils), served with atakilt over injera

Misser Wot (Spicy Berbere Red Lentils)

A rich and flavorful Ethiopian red lentil stew made with berbere, garlic, and warming spices. This authentic Misir Wot is a comforting, plant-based dish that’s simple to make and packed...

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Misser Wot (Spicy Berbere Red Lentils)

INGREDIENTS  2 red onions, minced2-3 tablespoons garlic, minced1/2 cup neutral oil, such as veget...

A rich and flavorful Ethiopian red lentil stew made with berbere, garlic, and warming spices. This authentic Misir Wot is a comforting, plant-based dish that’s simple to make and packed...

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Plate of Begue Wot (Ethiopian Lamb Stew), served with shiro mitten over injera

Begue Wot (Ethiopian Lamb Stew)

A rich and deeply spiced Ethiopian lamb stew simmered with berbere, garlic, and niter kibbeh. This dish is bold, comforting, and packed with layered flavor.

Begue Wot (Ethiopian Lamb Stew)

INGREDIENTS 2 lbs of lean lamb meat 1 Shank cut in 4 (optional)2 Red Onions1 Tablespoon of Fre...

A rich and deeply spiced Ethiopian lamb stew simmered with berbere, garlic, and niter kibbeh. This dish is bold, comforting, and packed with layered flavor.

Authentic Ethiopian Shiro (Shuro) Recipe | Easy Chickpea Stew

Authentic Ethiopian Shiro (Shuro) Recipe | Easy...

A rich and velvety Ethiopian Shiro made with spiced chickpea flour, garlic, and aromatics. This comforting, protein-packed dish is a staple of Ethiopian cuisine and perfect served alongside tibs or...

Authentic Ethiopian Shiro (Shuro) Recipe | Easy...

For those of you familiar with Ethiopian food and Shiro, welcome! You know why you’re here, so g...

A rich and velvety Ethiopian Shiro made with spiced chickpea flour, garlic, and aromatics. This comforting, protein-packed dish is a staple of Ethiopian cuisine and perfect served alongside tibs or...

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Fall Winter Salad with Tikur Azmud

Fall Winter Salad with Tikur Azmud

Tikur Azmud is a type of nigella or ajwain. It adds a nice crunch and pop of flavor to this fall salad. These tiny seeds may have some health benefits...

Fall Winter Salad with Tikur Azmud

Tikur Azmud Tikur Azmud is a type of nigella or ajwain. It adds a nice crunch and pop of flavo...

Tikur Azmud is a type of nigella or ajwain. It adds a nice crunch and pop of flavor to this fall salad. These tiny seeds may have some health benefits...

Cynthia's Mitmita Fried Oyster Mushroom Sandwich

Cynthia Rahman is an undergraduate at UC Berkeley, studying Development in Africa. From a very yo...

Zafar's Ethiopian spiced pumpkin soup (D'ba zigni)

Zafar is a home taught chef whose passion for cooking began with his travels around the world. He...

Cynthia's Ethiopian-Style Fish Tacos

Cynthia Rahman is an undergraduate at UC Berkeley, studying Development in Africa. From a very y...

Doro Wot Pizza

While it may seem like there are a lot of moving parts to this recipe, it's quite simple! The lo...

Plate with Niter Kibbeh and Berbere Scrambled Eggs, Telba on toast, and greens

Simple Scrambled Eggs with Berbere (or Mitmita)

INGREDIENTS  For a 3-egg scramble: 1 tablespoon Traditional Niter Kibbeh 3 large eggs 1 tsp of Berbere, or Mitmita if you want it spicier Salt and pepper to taste  STEPS 1. Whisk...

Simple Scrambled Eggs with Berbere (or Mitmita)

INGREDIENTS  For a 3-egg scramble: 1 tablespoon Traditional Niter Kibbeh 3 large eggs 1 tsp of...

INGREDIENTS  For a 3-egg scramble: 1 tablespoon Traditional Niter Kibbeh 3 large eggs 1 tsp of Berbere, or Mitmita if you want it spicier Salt and pepper to taste  STEPS 1. Whisk...

Queen of Sheba Cocktail

Queen of Sheba Cocktail

A spritzy, low ABV cocktail featuring traditional Ethiopian honey wine, T'ej and Ethiopian heirloom turmeric. A perfect late summer drink.

Queen of Sheba Cocktail

Queen of Sheba A spritzy, low ABV cocktail featuring traditional Ethiopian honey wine, T'ej and E...

A spritzy, low ABV cocktail featuring traditional Ethiopian honey wine, T'ej and Ethiopian heirloom turmeric. A perfect late summer drink.

Ird Tincture

Ird Tincture

Ird tincture is a strong extraction of our wild Ethiopian turmeric. We use it on the bar at our Oakland restaurant, Cafe Colucci for cocktails but you can also use...

Ird Tincture

Ird tincture is a strong extraction of our wild Ethiopian turmeric. We use it on the bar at our O...

Ird tincture is a strong extraction of our wild Ethiopian turmeric. We use it on the bar at our Oakland restaurant, Cafe Colucci for cocktails but you can also use...

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