Nut-Free Engudai Wot

Dive into the bold, comforting flavors of Nut-Free Engudai Wot, a hearty Ethiopian mushroom stew that's completely free of nuts but packed with rich spices and vibrant aromatics. This plant-based dish starts with caramelized onions, garlic, and fresh ginger, creating a deeply savory base that’s elevated by the warming heat of berbere spice blend. Sliced button mushrooms take center stage, soaking up the velvety tomato paste and fragrant broth, resulting in a perfectly balanced, umami-rich stew. Brightened with a splash of lemon juice and finished with fresh cilantro, this recipe is both satisfying and aromatic. Ready in under an hour, it’s an ideal choice for a flavorful weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing addition to your next Ethiopian-inspired feast. Serve with traditional injera, fluffy rice, or quinoa for a meal that’s as versatile as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups, finely chopped red onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon, grated fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons berbere spice blend
• 1 pound, sliced button mushrooms
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped red onions and cook until they are caramelized, about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the berbere spice blend and toast for about 1 minute with the onions, garlic, and ginger, stirring constantly until the spices are fragrant.

Step 5

Mix in the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes, until they begin to release their moisture.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring the mushrooms are well coated.

Step 7

Gradually add the vegetable broth while stirring, ensuring the mixture is well blended.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 9

Add lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper; stir well and adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 10

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before garnishing with chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 11

Serve hot with injera, rice, or quinoa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1405 grams (1405.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	841

Total Fat 46.30g	59%
Saturated Fat 6.70g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 26.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3569mg	155%
Total Carbohydrate 96.70g	35%
Dietary Fiber 20.50g	73%
Total Sugars 36.60g
Protein 30.50g	61%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 222mg	17%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 3469mg	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: 45.0%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 41.8%