Yemiser Salata Niter Kebbeh Doo Dah Doo Dah

Elevate your salad game with Yemiser Salata Niter Kebbeh Doo Dah Doo Dah, a vibrant Ethiopian-inspired dish that combines earthy green lentils with the rich, aromatic flavors of niter kebbeh, a spiced clarified butter. This hearty yet refreshing salad features tender lentils tossed with juicy diced tomatoes, crisp red onion, and fresh parsley, all brought together by a bright lemon-cumin dressing. Perfect served chilled or at room temperature, it’s an ideal make-ahead option for picnics, potlucks, or a light, flavorful weeknight side. Packed with protein and infused with exotic spices, this dish is a delicious way to explore Ethiopian cuisine in your own kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Green lentils
• 4 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 tablespoons Niter Kebbeh (spiced clarified butter)
• 1 medium Red onion, finely diced
• 1 medium Tomato, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the green lentils thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

In a medium pot, combine the lentils with 4 cups of water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium-low, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and simmer the lentils uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until tender but not mushy.

Step 4

Drain the lentils and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set them aside in a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

In a small pan, melt the niter kebbeh over low heat. Allow the spices in the niter kebbeh to bloom for about 1-2 minutes, ensuring they don’t burn. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Add the diced red onion, diced tomato, and chopped parsley into the mixing bowl with the lentils.

Step 7

Drizzle the melted niter kebbeh over the lentils and vegetables, and toss gently to coat.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, ground cumin, black pepper, and olive oil.

Step 9

Pour the lemon juice dressing over the salad and toss again to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.

Step 11

Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 2 hours and serve chilled. Enjoy your Yemiser Salata Niter Kebbeh Doo Dah Doo Dah!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1532.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	793.8

Total Fat 54.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 100.4mg	0%
Sodium 2413.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 21.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 177.7mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 1373.2mg	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: 59.4%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 30.1%