Key Sir Wot (Beetroot Stew) Recipe

Vegan Series: Ethiopian Dishes (6/n)

Ethiopian cuisine is a haven for plant-based eaters, and Key Sir Wot is one of its hidden gems! This rich, earthy beet stew, infused with potato, parsley-garlic paste, ginger, and coriander, proves that simple ingredients can create bold flavors. This dish is as nourishing as it is delicious. Let's make it 😋

Ingredients:

• 3 medium beets, peeled and chopped into small cubes

• 2 potatoes, peeled and chopped

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 1 tbsp parsley-garlic paste

• ½ tsp ground ginger

• ½ tsp ground coriander

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Salt to taste

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 cup water

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Instructions:

1. Add the chopped beets to a pot with 1 cup of water.

2. Cover and simmer on medium heat, and stir occasionally.

3. Let them cook for about 10–15 minutes until they start to become tender.

4. In another pan, heat olive oil.

5. Add the chopped onions and sauté until soft and slightly golden.

6. Stir in the parsley-garlic paste, ground ginger, and ground coriander.

7. Let them cook for about a minute to release their flavors.

8. Add the partially cooked beets (along with any remaining liquid) to the pan with onions and spices. Stir well.

9. Add potatoes.

10. Stir and let everything cook together, covered, until soft and well combined (about 15–20 minutes).

11. Add salt and black pepper to taste.

12. Stir well, and once everything is tender, remove from heat.

💡 Serving Suggestions:

• Eat it with injera or bread.

• Serve alongside shiro wot, lentils, or other Ethiopian dishes.

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