Yataklete Kilkil Ethiopian Vegetable Stew

Embark on a culinary journey to Ethiopia with Yataklete Kilkil, a vibrant and aromatic vegetable stew that’s both comforting and nourishing. This plant-based dish combines tender yellow potatoes, sweet carrots, and crisp green beans, all simmered in a flavorful base of turmeric, cumin, garlic, and ginger. Sautéed onions bring depth and richness, while the golden hue of ground turmeric creates a visually stunning dish. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot recipe is perfect as a light main course or a colorful side dish, especially when paired with traditional injera or steamed rice. Easy to make and bursting with warm, earthy spices, Yataklete Kilkil is a must-try for anyone seeking to explore authentic Ethiopian flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium yellow potatoes
• 3 large carrots
• 200 grams green beans
• 1 large yellow onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cube the potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Peel the carrots and slice them into thick rounds. Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into 2-inch lengths.

Step 2

Thinly slice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves and grate the ginger.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and slightly golden.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground turmeric, ground cumin, and black pepper. Stir the spices into the onion mixture to toast for 30 seconds.

Step 6

Add the potatoes, carrots, and green beans to the pot. Stir to coat the vegetables with the spice mixture.

Step 7

Pour in the water and sprinkle with salt. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and cooked through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot as a side dish or a light main course with injera or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1475.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1155.9

Total Fat 44.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2826.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.9g	0%
Total Sugars 29.2g
Protein 20.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 311.0mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 3822.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.5%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 59.7%