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Ethiopian · PANTRYHOP RECIPE

Kik Alicha

35 minutes · 6 servings · vegan

Kik alicha is a gentle, common Ethiopian pea stew that is usually made without berbere.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups split yellow peas, rinsed
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 5 cups water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Let’s make it

  1. Cook the onion in oil over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic, ginger, and turmeric. Cook 30 seconds.
  3. Add peas, water, and salt. Simmer 25 minutes, stirring often, until soft and thick.
  4. Mash lightly with a spoon and serve warm.

This mild pea stew is a good option for children who do not like spicy food.

Cooking time varies with equipment and batch size. Follow school allergy rules for children’s meals; keep perishable lunches cold.

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