Shro Wat

by Tadesse Gebru

A comforting, creamy, and flavorful Ethiopian-inspired vegan stew featuring a rich base of peanut butter, tomatoes, and aromatic berbere spice. Perfect for chilly evenings, this hearty dish is traditionally served with grains like millet, couscous, or injera.

Total Time

1 hour

Difficulty

Medium

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Ingredients for 4-6 Servings

1/2 lb

Pumpkin or butternut squash, cubed
14 oz

Chopped tomatoes (canned)
2 teaspoons

Berbere powder
1 cup

Peanut butter (unsweetened)
1 tablespoon

Tomato paste
1

Medium onion, finely diced
1

Garlic clove, crushed (optional)
1 cup

Corn kernels
1 cup

Mixed vegetables, chopped
1

Red chile, finely chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons

Sunflower or peanut oil
to taste

Salt
to taste

Black pepper

Time

Preparation Time

15 mins
Cooking Time

45 mins
Total Time

1 hour

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Method

Heat the sunflower or peanut oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent and lightly browned.
Add the garlic, red chile (if using), and berbere powder to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes to toast the spices and release their aroma.
Stir in the chopped tomatoes, peanut butter, and tomato paste. Mix thoroughly until the sauce reaches a smooth, consistent texture.
Add the cubed pumpkin or squash, corn kernels, and mixed vegetables. Pour in enough water to just cover the ingredients.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover and cook for 30-45 minutes.
Stir the stew periodically to prevent sticking, adding small amounts of water if the sauce becomes too thick.
Once the vegetables are tender, adjust the consistency by simmering uncovered to reduce the sauce if necessary, or adding a little water if needed. Finalize seasoning and serve warm.

Notes:

Berbere Spice: This is the heart of the dish. If you cannot find berbere, you can substitute with a mix of chili powder, paprika, cumin, and ginger, though the authentic flavor will differ slightly.
Consistency: The peanut butter acts as a natural thickener. If your sauce becomes too heavy, thin it with a tablespoon of vegetable broth or water at a time.
Serving Suggestion: This pairs beautifully with traditional Injera, but it is also excellent with millet, quinoa, or steamed basmati rice.
Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add hearty greens like kale or spinach in the last 5 minutes of cooking for added nutrition.

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