Ingredients
For 6 servings. All ingredients are generic, never brand names.
- Red lentils400 g
- Water1 L
- Red onions, finely chopped4
- Garlic cloves4
- Ginger1 thumb
- Oil3 tbsp
- Salt1 1/2 tsp
- Injera (taita)6
- Berbere spice3 tbsp
Method
- OnionsCook the chopped onions dry until soft, then add oil, garlic and ginger.
- SpiceAdd berbere.
- LentilsAdd lentils and water; simmer 25 minutes until soft.
- ServeServe with injera.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 563 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 23.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 96.6 g |
| Fat | 9.2 g |
| Fibre | 14.4 g |
| Sugar | 7.2 g |
| Sodium | 1008 mg |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g |
| Serving size | about 430 g |
Estimated from the ingredients; actual values vary with brands and portion sizes.
Allergens
Contains none of the common allergens.
Quick answers
How long does Timtimo take to make?
About 40 min in total: 15 min of preparation and 25 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Timtimo?
About 563 kcal per serving, with 24 g of protein. The recipe makes 6 servings of about 430 g each.
Which allergens does Timtimo contain?
Based on its ingredients it contains none of the common allergens. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients.
Where is Timtimo from?
Timtimo is a main course from Eritrea. Spicy red lentil stew.