Berbere Spice is a delicious Ethiopian spice blend that can be used in a variety of flavorful recipes. Use a combination of commonly used spices to create a spice mix that you’ll reach for over and over again.

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Why You’ll Love This Homemade Spice Mix

  • Fast. Ready in under 30 minutes for a spice blend that can be enjoyed for months.
  • Easy. Open up some spices, measure them, and mix them together. That’s it. A simple no cook recipe .
  • Flavorful. Absolutely packed with traditional Ethiopian flavors .
  • Versatile. Use this Berbere Spice in a variety of dishes to give a unique flavor and flair.

What Does Berbere Taste Like?

Berbere spice is a delicious medley of flavors all combined into one. It’s spicy, tangy, and sweet all at the same time. While it isn’t “blow your head off” spicy, it does pack quite the punch. So, if you’re a fan of heat, this spice blend is definitely one to try.

What Is Berbere Seasoning Made Of?

I know, this is such a long list of ingredients! But actually, they are all common items found in a spice rack, so you shouldn’t need to run out to the grocery store to prepare this Berbere Spice.

  • Smoked Paprika
  • Cayenne Pepper
  • Kosher Salt
  • Ground ginger
  • Ground Cardamom
  • Fenugreek Seeds
  • Ground Coriander
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Ground Cloves
  • Ground Allspice

How To Make Berbere Spice

Believe it or not, the most time-consuming part of creating this Berbere Spice recipe was opening all of the different jars of spices. Luckily the recipe makes a significant amount of the blend, so you’ll ultimately be saving yourself time once you fall in love with the flavors.

As laughable as the instructions are, here’s how you make it:

  1. Open the jars of spices and measure each ingredient into a mixing bowl.
  2. Thoroughly combine all spices and store them in an airtight containe r.

So basically use ground spices, or grind what you need and mix it all up, save it and use it for Ethiopian food. Simple and delicious.

What Is Berbere Spice Used For?

Berbere is generally used for a variety of Ethiopian dishes. Whether you’re mixing it into your favorite soup or stew, using it as a dry rub for your next protein-packed dinner, or just sprinkling it over a meal to add a finishing kick, the uses for berbere are virtually endless. Check out some of the recipes below for more ideas on how to use it:

  • Ethiopian Beef Stew
  • Doro Wat
  • Ethiopian Lentils

How Long Does It Last?

I love making this Berbere spice in bulk because it takes a bit of time to open up all of the jars of spices and measure them out. If you’re going to enjoy it frequently, you’re in luck. It will last for up to 3 months if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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Ethiopian Berbere Mix

Ingredients

  • ▢ 5 tablespoon ( 5 tablespoon ) Smoked Paprika
  • ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Cayenne Pepper , (adjust to taste)
  • ▢ 3 teaspoons ( 3 teaspoons ) Kosher Salt
  • ▢ 2 teaspoons ( 2 teaspoons ) ground ginger
  • ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Ground Cardamom
  • ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Fenugreek Seeds
  • ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Ground Coriander
  • ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Ground Cinnamon
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoons ( 0.5 teaspoons ) Ground Cloves
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoons ( 0.5 teaspoons ) Ground Allspice

Instructions

  • Mix.
  • Done.

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Ethiopian Berbere Mix

Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Cayenne Pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 3 teaspoons Kosher Salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon Fenugreek Seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoons Ground Cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoons Ground Allspice

Instructions

  • Mix.
  • Done.

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This Instant Pot Doro Wat recipe takes away all of the work without compromising on the flavor of this robust Ethiopian chicken stew. Make this in your Instant Pot or Pressure cooker for an authentic Ethiopian chicken recipe.

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Why Make Doro Wat In Your Instant Pot?

The last time I made Doro Wat it turned out rather well, but it took me forever to get the onions caramelized and I had to take a long shower because every bit of me (including my hair) smelled of onions. This happens to me with Indian cooking too, which is why I created the Onion Tomato Masala recipe in the pressure cooker.

So I figured I’d try making Doro Wat with the same principle, which is using the Instant Pot to do most of the hard work in caramelizing the onions.

It was a little concerning because I cooked the onions with very little water so that I wouldn’t have a goopy mess, but it actually worked. So #trustUrvashi on the water proportions and give it a shot.

What is Doro Wat?

Ethiopian Chicken Stew, or Doro Wat, is one of the most popular African dishes . It’s a spiced chicken stew or curry. It’s a beautiful dish you’ll want to make over and over again.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • Niter Kibbeh
  • Berbere
  • Onion
  • Minced Garlic
  • Minced Ginger
  • Chicken drumsticks

How to make Pressure Cooker Doro Wat

  1. Sauté. Turn your pressure cooker on Sauté and when hot, add the Niter Kibbeh. Once it melts, add the berbere and stir well.
  2. Add the onions, garlic and ginger , add 1/4 c water and seal the cooker.
  3. Cook. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, and then quickly release pressure.
  4. Sauté again. Turn pressure cooker on Sauté and cook the mixture for 5-10 minutes until almost all the water has evaporated and you’ve sort of “roasted” the mixture.
  5. Add chicken legs and stir well to coat.
  6. Cook chicken. Add 1/4 c of water, seal cooker again, and cook for 6 minutes on high pressure, 10 mins NPR, and release remaining pressure. If your chicken has released a lot of water, you can boil some of it off, but know that the sauce thickens as it cools.
  7. Serve. Add hard-boiled egg halves and stir gently before serving.

Tips And Tricks For Making This Ethiopian Recipe

  • Do not try making Doro Wat without making Niter Kibbeh and Berbere which are responsible for most of the flavor. If you don’t want to make them, buy good quality ones.
  • Look at what’s in mine and match ingredients to that so you know you’re getting the right things.
  • The dish will appear watery as soon as it is done. It thickens on standing, so plan your dinner time accordingly.

How Do You Eat Doro Wat?

Traditionally this Ethiopian food is eaten from a communal bowl where everybody will scoop out their own serving using injera bread . I like to serve this recipe in a bowl over hard-boiled egg halves. It’s so very tasty!

But if you don’t have injera, there’s nothing so wonderful as a bowl of plain basmati rice with it.

I will confess I also love it with buttered white bread, but if you’re controlling carbs, cauliflower rice is fabulous. Here’s how to make riced cauliflower at home.

How Long Does It Last?

For the best bite, I would suggest enjoying any leftover Doro Wat within 3-4 days of preparing it. Store it in an air tight container in your refrigerator to prevent it from spoiling.

What To Serve With Doro Wat

To round out a traditional Ethiopian plate, try enjoying this Doro Wat recipe with some of these sides:

  • Rice
  • Injera
  • Hard Boiled Eggs

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You’re going to love how easy it is to make this Doro Wat in your Instant Pot! It’s a rich, international dish that your family will love!

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Instant Pot Doro Wat

Equipment

  • INSTANT POT DUO 6 QUART

Ingredients

FIrst Cook cycle

  • ▢ 2 tablespoon ( 2 tablespoon ) Niter Kibbeh
  • ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Berbere
  • ▢ 2 cups ( 320 g ) Onion , chopped
  • ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 4 cloves ) Minced Garlic
  • ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Minced Ginger
  • ▢ 1/4 cup ( 62.5 g ) Water

Second Cook cycle

  • ▢ 6 ( 6 ) chicken drumsticks
  • ▢ 1/4 cup ( 62.5 g ) Water

Add later

  • ▢ 6 ( 6 ) hard-boiled eggs , sliced in half

Instructions

  • Turn your pressure cooker on Sauté and when hot, add the Niter Kibbeh. Once it melts, add the berbere and stir well.

  • Add the onions, garlic and ginger, add 1/4 c water and seal the cooker.

  • Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, and then quickly release pressure.

  • Turn pressure cooker on Sautée and cook the mixture for 5-10 minutes until almost all the water has evaporated and you’ve sort of “roasted” the mixture.

  • Add chicken legs and stir well to coat.

  • Add 1/4 c of water, seal cooker again, and cook for 6 minutes on high pressure, 10 mins NPR, and release remaining pressure.

  • If your chicken has released a lot of water, you can boil some of it off, but know that the sauce thickens as it cools.

  • Add hard-boiled egg halves and stir gently before serving.

  • Do not try making doro wat without making Niter Kibbeh and Berbere which are responsible for most of the flavor. If you don’t want to make them, buy good quality ones. Look at what’s in mine and match ingredients to that so you know you’re getting the right things.

  • The dish will appear watery as soon as it is done. It thickens on standing so plan your dinner time accordingly.

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