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Top 15 Most Popular Ethiopian Vegetarian Foods & Drinks You MUST TRY

Category: Ethiopian Food, Recipe Roundups

Ethiopian cuisine has a wealth of delicious and diverse vegetarian options that cater to the palates of plant-based eaters. With its vibrant flavors, aromatic spices, and unique cooking techniques, Ethiopian vegetarian foods offer a delightful culinary journey for those seeking meatless alternatives.…

Kitfo Recipe

Gored Gored Recipe

Quanta (Ethiopian Spiced Beef Jerky) Recipe

YeTelba Fitfit (Ethiopian Flaxseed Fitfit) Recipe

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YeSiga Ena YeAtkilit Shorba (Ethiopian Beef & Vegetable Soup) Recipe

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YeMisir Sambusa (Ethiopian Lentil Samosa) Recipe

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YeDoro Wot Firfir (Ethiopian Chicken Stew Firfir) Recipe

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Featured Recipes with Ethiopian Roots

Telba (Flaxseed) Dipping Sauce Recipe

One of the recipes for Ethiopian flaxseeds is this dipping sauce. It can be served as a breakfast item…

YeAsa Ena YeDinich Shorba (Fish & Potato Soup) Recipe

In search of a wholesome dish that boasts high protein and low-fat content? This soup is the solution.…

Besso BeTelba Ethiopian Barley and Flax Recipe

Besso BeTelba (Ethiopian Barley and Flaxseed) Recipe

Besso BeTelba is an incredibly nutritious and filling beverage that you can drink for breakfast or snack. It…

Keribo Recipe

One of the most popular traditional fermented drinks in Ethiopian rural and urban areas is Keribo , also…

Defo Dabo Recipe

Defo Dabo is one of the several types of bread made in Ethiopia. Typically, making Defo Dabo requires a special ingredient…

Shimbra (Chickpea) Kita Recipe

Kita is a very popular, traditional, thin flatbread native to Ethiopia. It is typically made from wheat flour.…

Tibs (Ethiopian Stir Fried Beef) Recipe

Tibs is a delectable dish originating in Ethiopia, which is made with sautéed or stir-fried diced beef or…

Doro Wot (Ethiopian Chicken Stew) Recipe

Doro Wot is an iconic Ethiopian dish that is well known for its savory flavor and aromatic spices.…

YeTelba Smoothie (Flaxseeds Fruit Juice) Recipe

YeTelba Smoothie is a very nutritious and tasty Ethiopian beverage that you can enjoy as a breakfast or snack.…

YeDoro Wot Firfir (Ethiopian Chicken Stew Firfir) Recipe

Doro Wot is an iconic Ethiopian dish that is an essential part of Ethiopian culture. It is specially made…

Tej (Traditional Ethiopian Honey Wine) Recipe

Tej (Ethiopian honey wine) is a unique and intriguing drink with a long history and cultural significance. It…

Tikil Gomen (Authentic Ethiopian Cabbage Salad) Recipe

Tikil Gomen is one of the most popular, vegetarian dishes in Ethiopia. It’s extremely easy to make and adjust depending on the individual portions that you prefer. Tikil Gomen is also a good side dish to go with other Ethiopian wot dishes, such as Misir Wot and Shiro Wot.

Featured Ethiopian Food Guides

2 Must Try Ethiopian Mixed Platter Dishes

Whether you are a vegetarian or a meat lover, the best place to begin with Ethiopian food is…

4 Popular Ethiopian Comfort Foods

Like all comfort foods, Ethiopian comfort foods are food types that are characterized by their high carbohydrate level, and high caloric contents,…

14 Ultimate Ethiopian Stews (Wot Dishes)

When it comes to Ethiopian cuisine, one cannot overlook the rich and flavorful Ethiopian Stews also known as…

The Gluten-Free Guide to Ethiopian Cuisine: What to Order and What to Avoid

Ethiopian food is actually a great choice for people who follow a gluten-free diet! Injera, the spongy flatbread that’s a staple of Ethiopian cuisine, is naturally gluten-free because it’s made from teff flour.