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Ethiopian🥄 Easy

Instant Pot Red Lentil Wot

25 mintotal
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
5servings
Instant Pot Red Lentil Wot

Pressure cooked lentils that achieve the perfect creamy texture in minutes.

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Ingredients

Servings:5
  • 2 cups Red lentils (Misir), rinsed
  • 2 large Red onion, finely diced
  • 3 tablespoons Berbere spice blend
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable oil or Niter Kibbeh
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro for garnish(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode and add the oil or Niter Kibbeh.

  2. 2

    Add the diced onions and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and slightly browned, adding a splash of water if they stick.

  3. 3

    Stir in the garlic, ginger, and Berbere spice, toasting for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Mix in the tomato paste and salt, stirring constantly to combine with the aromatics.

  5. 5

    Add the rinsed red lentils and vegetable broth, then stir well to ensure nothing is stuck to the bottom of the pot.

  6. 6

    Close the lid, set the valve to 'Sealing', and pressure cook on High for 5 minutes.

  7. 7

    Allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining steam.

  8. 8

    Stir the lentils vigorously to achieve a creamy consistency and serve hot with Injera.

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