Tomato-Garlic Lentil Bowls [0000736]

Experience the rich and aromatic flavors of authentic Ethiopian cuisine with these gluten-free tomato-garlic lentil bowls, a dish that brings together traditional spices and hearty lentils for a truly satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

1 cup cooked red lentils
1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon berbere spice blend (Ethiopian spice mix)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Injera or gluten-free flatbread for serving

Instructions:

In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Stir in the diced tomatoes, berbere spice blend, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the tomatoes to soften.

Add the cooked red lentils to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat the lentils.

Once the lentils are heated and well-mixed, remove the skillet from heat.

Divide the Ethiopian tomato-garlic lentil mixture into serving bowls.

Garnish the lentil bowls with chopped fresh cilantro.

Serve the authentic Ethiopian gluten-free tomato-garlic lentil bowls with injera or gluten-free flatbread for an authentic Ethiopian experience.

Enjoy the rich and aromatic flavors of this dish that captures the essence of Ethiopian cuisine.

Savor the unique combination of traditional Ethiopian spices and hearty lentils in this flavorful dish, a meal that's both authentic and truly satisfying.