Ethiopian Spicy Peas Powder Stew (Yeater Shiro Wot)

yewoinfamilycooking's Note:

Spicy Peas Powder Stew (Yeater Shiro Wot) is a healthy dish served with Injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Low-fat sour cream as a sidedish makes it delicious.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• ½ cup spiced dried peas (powder)
• 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder (Berbere, if spiced peas are not available)
• 1 red onion (finely chopped)
• 4 -5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or 4 -5 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cups water
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon cardamom powder
• salt and black pepper
• 1 cup low-fat sour cream

Directions:

1. Sauté the onion with oil, adding gradually half cup of water (5 to 10 minutes).
2. Add the chili powder and stir for five minutes; Add 1 cup of water, leave it boil;.
3. To the boiling sauce, sprinkle the peas powder by stirring continuously until smooth and add one cup of water; or mix the powder with cold water in a bowl and pour to the boiling water; mix it well; Stir continuously; and cook in a lower heat for at least 20-25 minutes; If more water is needed, add hot water.
4. Add false cardamom and cook for 2 minutes;.
5. Add black pepper and salt to taste and cook until it simmers very well.
6. Serve it cold or warm with Injera, pita bread or any bread. with sour cream as a side dish.
7. P.S. If needed, you may add 2 tablespoons of purified butter (Nitir Kebe) instead of the oil.
8. * You will find these spices in Ethiopian or Indian shops/groceries.