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Alecha
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Alecha is a traditional Ethiopian dish, a blend of vegetables and meat mixed with pepper and lemon-based seasonings.
⏱️ 20 min prep + 30 min cottura · 4 porzioni · facile
Ingredients
- 1 kg of beef or veal
- 400 g of mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, onions)
- 2 onions
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 lemons
- 2 tablespoons of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon of salt
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
Method
- Cut the beef into small pieces and set aside.
- Dice the vegetables and onions.
- In a pan, sauté the garlic in olive oil.
- Add the vegetables and onions and cook until they are soft.
- Add the beef, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and sugar, and stir well.
- Cook on low heat for about 30 minutes, adding a little water if needed.
- Finally, squeeze the lemons and add the juice to taste.
The story
Alecha has roots in ancient Ethiopian cuisine, where vegetables and meat are combined with spices to create a delicious and harmonious dish.
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