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Kik Alicha
A mild Ethiopian yellow split pea stew with turmeric, onion, garlic, and ginger, often served with injera.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 45 min📖 1 min readServes 4~311 kcal🇪🇹 Ethiopian🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 60 min cook 30 min rest
- #One-Pot
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 1 h 45 min- Prep15 min
- Resting/Marinating30 min
- Cooking1 h
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the stew
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Yellow split peas
- 2 Yellow onions
- 3 clove Garlic
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Ginger
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Turmeric
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Vegetable oil
- 5 cup(~1000 ml) Water
General
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Lemon juice
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the yellow split peas in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
30 min30:00 - 2
Chop the onion small and saute in vegetable oil for 8 minutes, until soft.
8 min08:00 - 3
Add the garlic, ginger, and turmeric and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
1 min01:00 - 4
Add the split peas, water, and salt to the pot and cook over low heat for 45 minutes.
45 min45:00 - 5
When the peas break down, stir the dish for 6 more minutes to thicken.
6 min06:00 - 6
Add the lemon juice and serve kik alicha with bread or rice.
💡 Tip: Soak the yellow split peas for 30 minutes; even a short soak reduces cooking time and helps the grains break down creamy.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve kik alicha with thin lavash-like bread or plain rice if desired, plus pickled onion.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~311
kcal calories
16
g protein
46
g carbs
7
g fat
Protein 21%Carbs 59%Fat 20%
2.6g
Sugar
1.6g
Fiber
1176.4mg
Sodium
1.6g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
9/10Very filling, for a really hungry day
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FAQ
How many servings does Kik Alicha make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Kik Alicha take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 60 minutes, including 30 minutes of passive resting; 105 minutes in total.Is Kik Alicha difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Kik Alicha have?
Approximately 311 kcal per serving. Protein: 16g, carbs: 46g, fat: 7g.Is Kik Alicha allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Kik Alicha belong to?
This recipe belongs to Ethiopian cuisine.How many ingredients does Kik Alicha need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.Is Kik Alicha filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 9/10; keeps you full for a long time, made for a very hungry day. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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