Doro Recipe
A traditional Ethiopian dish featuring marinated chicken.
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Cooking Ingredients
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, lemon juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, berbere spice mix, and salt. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
Cooking
- 2
- 3
Add the Chicken
Once the onions are golden, add the marinated chicken pieces, including all the marinade. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Incorporate Tomato Paste
Stir in the tomato paste and mix well. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 5
Simmer
Pour in the chicken broth or water, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for about 30-40 minutes, until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens.
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