Ethiopian Lentils Recipe (Misir Wot Recipe with Ayib)

Name: Ethiopian Lentils Recipe (Misir Wot Recipe with Ayib)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups red lentils; 1 large onion (chopped); 3 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon hot smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon tumeric; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; Salt and pepper; 3 cups small curd cottage cheese; Zest of 1 lemon; 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt; 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:40min

Classic Ethiopian Recipes are a celebration of exotic spices and slow-cooked flavor. Misir Wot (or Mesir Wat), a traditional Red Lentil Stew, is both bold and comforting, with a generous dollop of creamy Ayib cheese on top.

Updated at: Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:25:46 GMT