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Aromatic Ethiopian Doro Wat with Spiced Boiled Eggs

Name: Aromatic Ethiopian Doro Wat with Spiced Boiled Eggs
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 150 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Chicken pieces, 1.5 kg (legs and thighs recommended); Lemon juice, 2 tbsp; Onion, 1 large, finely chopped; Garlic, 4 cloves, minced; Ginger, 2 tbsp, grated; Berbere spice mix, 4 tbsp; Niter Kibbeh (clarified butter), 2 tbsp; Chicken broth, 1 cup; Salt & pepper, To taste; Eggs, 4 large; Turmeric, 1 tsp; Paprika, 1 tsp; Salt, To taste

Doro Wat is a traditional Ethiopian chicken stew that tantalizes the senses with its aromatic spices and hearty flavors, perfectly paired with spiced boiled eggs.

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·By Ethan Brooks·November 2, 2025

Aromatic Ethiopian Doro Wat with Spiced Boiled Eggs — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

50 min

Cook

2 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Doro Wat

For the Spiced Boiled Eggs

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 991 kcal
Protein: 67.65 g
Carbs: 10.05 g
Fat: 73.56 g
Fiber: 2.23 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3962 kcal
Protein: 270.6 g
Carbs: 40.2 g
Fat: 294.25 g
Fiber: 8.9 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Chicken pieces 1.5 kg (legs and thighs recommended)	3300	240	0	250	0
Lemon juice 2 tbsp	8	0	2	0	0
Onion 1 large, finely chopped	45	1.5	11	0.1	2
Garlic 4 cloves, minced	16	0.8	3.6	0.05	0.2
Ginger 2 tbsp, grated	20	0.5	4	0.1	0.5
Berbere spice mix 4 tbsp	60	2	14	1	5
Niter Kibbeh (clarified butter) 2 tbsp	204	0	0	23	0
Chicken broth 1 cup	15	1.5	1	0.5	0
Salt & pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Eggs 4 large	280	24	2	20	0
Turmeric 1 tsp	8	0.3	1.4	0.2	0.5
Paprika 1 tsp	6	0.3	1.2	0.3	0.7
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chicken

1
Combine chicken and lemon juice
In a large bowl, combine chicken pieces with lemon juice.
Tip: For deeper flavor, try marinating the chicken overnight.
2
Season and rest
Sprinkle lightly with salt and let them sit for about 30 minutes.
Tip: Ensure chicken is marinated thoroughly to enhance flavor.
3
Rinse and set aside
Rinse the chicken pieces and set aside.

Preparing the Spiced Boiled Eggs

1
Boil the eggs
In a pot, cover eggs with water and bring to a boil.
2
Spice the water
Once boiling, add turmeric and paprika.
Tip: Use the freshest spices available for the best aroma and taste.
3
Cook and peel
Boil for 10 minutes, then cool under cold running water and peel.

How to Make Aromatic Ethiopian Doro Wat with Spiced Boiled Eggs

Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Sautéing the Base
Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger in niter kibbeh until golden brown.
2
Building the Flavor
Add berbere spice mix to the sauté and cook for 2-3 minutes until aromatic.
3
Creating the Stew
Add chicken pieces and broth to the pan; simmer until chicken is tender.