Doro Wat: Ethiopian Chicken Dish

Doro Wat: Ethiopian Chicken Dish
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 40 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    72

Embark on a culinary adventure with Doro Wat, a rich and flavorful Ethiopian chicken stew. This dish, deeply rooted in Ethiopian tradition, features tender chicken simmered in a vibrant berbere spice-infused sauce, resulting in a truly unforgettable gastronomic experience. Traditionally served with injera, a spongy flatbread, and a side of your favorite vegetables.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    24 g
  • Cholesterol
    399 mg
  • Fiber
    12 g
  • Protein
    33 g
  • Saturated Fat
    32 g
  • Sodium
    2859 mg
  • Sugar
    8 g
  • Fat
    54 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
33 mins

Melt 1/2 cup butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, 5 to 6 minutes. Add 1/2 cup water and tomato paste; stir until hot, about 2 minutes. Stir in berbere, remaining 1/2 cup butter, garlic, and ginger. Reduce heat to low; cook until mixture thickens to a paste consistency, 20 to 30 minutes.

02

Step
45 mins

Stir remaining 2 cups water into berbere paste; add chicken. Simmer until thickened to sauce consistency, about 45 minutes.

03

Step
15 mins

Stir wine, cardamom, and black pepper into sauce; add hard-cooked eggs. Cook until sauce is slightly reduced, about 15 minutes more.

For a richer flavor, use clarified butter (ghee) instead of regular butter.
Adjust the amount of berbere seasoning to your preference for spice level. Start with less and add more to taste.
Serve with injera for an authentic Ethiopian experience. You can find injera at most Ethiopian restaurants or online.
Pair with a side of Atkilt (Ethiopian cabbage and potato stew) or your favorite vegetable dish for a complete meal.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 24 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Marcus Batz

    The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I will definitely be making this again!

  • Emilia Schuster

    I couldn't find berbere spice blend at my local store, so I made my own using a recipe I found online. It worked great!

  • Roman Rau

    This recipe is fantastic! The flavors are so complex and delicious. My family loved it!

  • Ena Von

    I used chicken thighs instead of breasts, and it turned out even more flavorful.

  • Edgardo Greenholt

    Serving this with injera is a must! It really completes the dish.

  • Raquel Schamberger

    I made this for a potluck, and everyone raved about it. It was a huge hit!

  • Kade Zemlak

    I added a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat. It was amazing!

  • Camille Price

    Next time, I will double the recipe so I have leftovers!

  • Samantha Leuschke

    I've tried a few Doro Wat recipes, and this one is by far the best. The spice blend is perfect.

  • Guillermo Macejkovic

    The cooking time was spot-on. The chicken was tender and the sauce was perfectly thick.

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