Ethiopian "Tikil Gomen with injera"

BY: DA PUBLISHED: 2024-02-17 09:18:41 | UPDATED: 2025-10-11 17:28:42 | Views: 932

Tikil Gomen is a simple yet flavorful vegetable dish featuring cabbage, potato, and carrots. 'Gomen' means 'cabbage' or 'kale,' while 'tikil' translates to 'rolled'. This mild option is commonly found in vegan-friendly Ethiopian restaurant menus, serving as an ideal complement to other dishes. This is one-pot recipe, perfect for weeknight simplicity and an ideal introduction to Ethiopian cuisine.

Ingredients

• Cabbage
• Carrots
• Potatoes
• Onions
• Oil
• Salt
• Garlic and ginger paste
• Turmeric
• Nech Qimmem
• Mekelesha
• Fresh chili

Preparation

1. Sauté onions in a pan with oil and a bit of salt over medium heat.
2. Add garlic and ginger, cook for a couple of minutes, then incorporate turmeric, nech qimmem, and mekelesha. Cook for a few more minutes.
3. Add julienned carrots, cook briefly, then introduce the potatoes. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Add the sliced cabbage, mix everything, cover with a lid, and cook until potatoes and carrots are fork-tender.
5. Adjust seasoning, add fresh chili, and serve as a side with injera or your choice of grain.

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