Misir Wot
Misir Wot is a rich, spicy Ethiopian stew made primarily from red lentils simmered in a vibrant sauce of berbere spice blend, onions, garlic, and ginger. It is a staple dish in Ethiopian cuisine, often served atop injera, a spongy sourdough flatbread.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in plant-based protein and fiber, making it a nutritious and filling meal, while being relatively low in fat. A typical serving provides a good source of iron and folate, with a rough calorie count of around 250-350 per serving depending on preparation.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 230 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 10 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Folate | 180 mcg |
| Potassium | 650 mg |
| Magnesium | 70 mg |
| Zinc | 2.2 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Manganese | 1.1 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Misir Wot is unique for its deep, complex flavor profile derived from berbere, a spice blend that can contain up to 16 different ingredients, and it is traditionally eaten with hands using injera as both plate and utensil, reflecting communal dining culture.
