Stew
Bozena Shiro (Chickpea Stew with Beef)

Bozena Shiro (Chickpea Stew with Beef)

Ethiopia

65Minutes
MediumLevel
4Serves
9Steps
About

A hearty non-fasting version of shiro, the smooth chickpea-flour stew enriched with small cubes of beef, popular among the Gurage and across Ethiopia.

Equipment
  • Pot
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
Ingredients
Shiro powder (chickpea flour blend)1 cup
Beef, cut in small cubes250 g
Onion, finely chopped1
Garlic, minced3 cloves
Berbere spice2 tbsp
Tomato, chopped1
Niter kibbeh or oil¼ cup
Water3 cups
Saltto taste

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