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Key Sir

ቀይ ስር

Earthy beets cooked with carrots/onion; household variants may include potatoes.

40 min Easy Serves 4Fasting
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Method

  1. 1

    Start aromatics: Warm oil and cook sliced onion until softened; add garlic briefly.

  2. 2

    Cook beets first: Add beet batons and cook with occasional splashes of hot water to prevent scorching.

  3. 3

    Add carrots and finish: Add carrots and continue cooking until both vegetables are tender; season and garnish with jalapeño.

Cook's notes

  • Keep the heat moderate so the garlic stays sweet rather than bitter.
  • Beets take longer than carrots, so giving them a head start keeps the carrots from turning mushy.
  • The finished vegetables should be tender but still hold their shape.

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