Shiro Wat (Ethiopian Chickpea Stew)

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Cook the onion without oil over medium-low heat until soft and most of its moisture has evaporated.

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1 cup Ethiopian shiro flour (seasoned chickpea flour)

1 large red onion, very finely minced

3 tablespoons niter kibbeh or neutral oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon berbere, or to taste

3 cups hot water

1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

For a creamier texture, blend the chickpeas (or lentils) into a finer flour before adding them to the pot.

Adjust the amount of berbere spice based on your heat preference.

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