Ingredients
For 6 servings. All ingredients are generic, never brand names.
- Beef, cubed1 kg
- Red onions, finely chopped4
- Garlic cloves4
- Ginger1 thumb
- Oil3 tbsp
- Salt1 1/2 tsp
- Tomatoes3
- Tomato paste2 tbsp
- Water600 ml
- Turmeric1 tsp
- Green chillies2
- Tesmi (spiced clarified butter)4 tbsp
- Injera (taita)6
Method
- OnionsCook the chopped onions dry until soft, then add oil, garlic and ginger.
- SpiceAdd turmeric and green chilli.
- StewAdd the meat and water; simmer 1 1/2 hours.
- ButterFinish with tesmi.
- ServeServe on injera.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 754 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 41.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 58.9 g |
| Fat | 39.9 g |
| Fibre | 4.7 g |
| Sugar | 7.6 g |
| Sodium | 1113 mg |
| Saturated fat | 15.7 g |
| Serving size | about 500 g |
Estimated from the ingredients; actual values vary with brands and portion sizes.
Allergens
Contains Milk. Use halal-certified meat and poultry.
Quick answers
How long does Alicha take to make?
About 1 h 55 min in total: 25 min of preparation and 1 h 30 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Alicha?
About 754 kcal per serving, with 41 g of protein. The recipe makes 6 servings of about 500 g each.
Which allergens does Alicha contain?
Based on its ingredients it contains Milk. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients.
Where is Alicha from?
Alicha is a main course from Eritrea. Mild turmeric stew.