Engudai Wot

Dive into the bold, earthy flavors of **Engudai Wot**, a traditional Ethiopian mushroom stew that’s both comforting and packed with spice. This plant-based dish showcases the rich aroma of berbere—a warm and vibrant Ethiopian spice mix—infused into tender mushrooms simmered with caramelized onions, garlic, and ginger. A touch of tangy tomato paste and a squeeze of lemon juice elevate the dish, while fresh cilantro adds a fragrant finish. Perfectly paired with soft injera or crusty bread, this hearty yet wholesome stew is ideal for those seeking a flavorful vegan or vegetarian option. Ready in just an hour and brimming with authentic Ethiopian flavor, Engudai Wot is a culinary experience not to be missed.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams mushrooms
• 2 medium onion
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 2 tablespoons berbere spice mix
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 250 milliliters water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Clean and slice the mushrooms into thick slices. Set aside.

Step 2

Finely chop the onions. Mince the garlic cloves and ginger.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onions to the pan and sauté for about 10 minutes, or until they are a deep golden brown.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 6

Stir in the berbere spice mix and cook for about 2 minutes, allowing the spices to release their aroma.

Step 7

Add the tomato paste to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring continuously to ensure the paste is well incorporated.

Step 8

Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and mix them well with the onion mixture. Let the mushrooms cook for 5 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 9

Pour in the water, and add salt and black pepper. Stir well, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 10

Cover the pan and let simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mushrooms to fully cook.

Step 11

Uncover the pan and stir in the lemon juice. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 13

Serve hot with injera or your choice of bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1221.9 grams (1221.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1047

Total Fat 75.00g	96%
Saturated Fat 10.40g	52%
Polyunsaturated Fat 41.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3168mg	138%
Total Carbohydrate 80.90g	29%
Dietary Fiber 16.30g	58%
Total Sugars 32.70g
Protein 26.50g	53%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 192mg	15%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 3476mg	74%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.1%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 29.3%