Spicy Ethiopian Lentil Stew

Name: Spicy Ethiopian Lentil Stew
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, (diced); 3 garlic cloves, (minced); 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger; 1 tablespoon berbere spice blend, (plus more to taste (up to 2 tablespoons if you like a lot of spice)); 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, (or to taste, optional); 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 1/2 cups dried split red lentils; 3 medium red potatoes, (about 3/4 lb. total, diced); 1 (15 ounce/425 gram) can diced tomatoes; 3 cups fresh spinach leaves, (roughly chopped and lightly packed); Salt and pepper, (to taste)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:40min

This Ethiopian-inspired lentil stew is made with spiced red lentils simmered with hearty potatoes and tender spinach. It’s healthy comfort food at its finest, and it all comes together in one pot. Serve it with rice or injera for a scrumptious vegan dinner that’s totally doable on a busy weeknight!

Updated at: Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:14:45 GMT