Ethiopian Lentils

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried lentils, picked over and washed
• 6 cups water
• 3/4 cup anaheim chili, seeded and chopped
• 2 cups red onions, peeled and chopped
• 1/4 cup spiced butter
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
• 1 tablespoon berbere, sauce
• fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. 1

   Boil the lentils in water for 5 minutes Drain, reserving liquid.

2. 2

   In 4 quart saucepot, saute the Anaheim peppers and onions in the spiced butter until the onions are tender.

3. 3

   Add the lentils, 4c of the reserved liquid, and the remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer.

4. 4

   Cook, covered, over low heat 35-40 mins, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.