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Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 55 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: lentils, olive oil, onion, garlic, berbere spice. Equipment: pressure cooker, large bowl, baking sheet, mixing spoon, measuring cups and spoons, knife, cutting board, strainer.
Kitchen tip: Rinse lentils thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris before cooking.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 50 minutes. Allow 70 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: lamb shoulder chunks, olive oil, onion, garlic cloves, ground cinnamon. Equipment: pressure cooker or Instant Pot, large roasting tray, knife, wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowl.
Kitchen tip: Ensure bulgur is added before pressure cooking so it absorbs the flavors and cooks properly with the lamb.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.2 kg), olive oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, ground cumin. Equipment: pressure cooker (electric or stovetop), wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, small skillet for toasting pine nuts, measuring spoons, measuring cup.
Kitchen tip: Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for best texture and flavor.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 55 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef chuck roast, cut into 2.5 cm (1-inch) cubes, vegetable oil, red onion, sliced into thick wedges, red bell pepper, sliced into strips, yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips. Equipment: pressure cooker or Instant Pot, large skillet or sauté pan, rice cooker or medium saucepan with lid, knives and cutting board, measuring spoons and cups, wooden spoon or spatula.
Kitchen tip: Do not skip browning the beef; it adds depth of flavor and color to the stew.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 55 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: pork shoulder, cut into 3-4 cm cubes, white vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, minced, bay leaves. Equipment: pressure cooker (electric or stovetop), cutting board, chef's knife, measuring cups and spoons, wooden spoon or heatproof spatula, serving dish.
Kitchen tip: Drying the pork pieces before browning helps develop better caramelization and deeper flavor.
Preparation takes 30 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 8 servings. Key ingredients: red lentils, rinsed, vegetable broth or water, onion, garlic, fresh ginger. Equipment: pressure cooker or Instant Pot, mixing bowl, frying pan or skillet, rolling pin, measuring cups and spoons, knife and cutting board, slotted spoon.
Kitchen tip: Ensure lentils are well rinsed to remove excess starch for a smoother filling.
Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 50 minutes. Allow 75 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef chuck, coconut milk, vegetable oil, shallots, garlic cloves. Equipment: pressure cooker, blender or food processor, steaming basket or steamer, knife, cutting board, wooden spoon.
Kitchen tip: Use fresh spices whenever possible to maximize flavor.
Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, aji amarillo paste, garlic, minced, ground cumin, smoked paprika. Equipment: pressure cooker or Instant Pot, large bowl, medium saucepan, blender or food processor, mixing spoon, steaming basket or colander.
Kitchen tip: Make sure to rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove its natural bitter coating called saponin.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef, vegetable oil, onion, garlic, bell pepper. Equipment: pressure cooker, knife, cutting board, measuring cups, wooden spoon.
Kitchen tip: If using dried pigeon peas, soak them overnight and pre-cook until soft before adding to the recipe.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: lamb shoulder, cut into 4 cm (1.5-inch) cubes, olive oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, tomato paste. Equipment: pressure cooker or electric pressure cooker (Instant Pot), wooden spoon, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Trim excess fat from lamb shoulder for a healthier dish.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 6 servings. Key ingredients: goat meat, bone-in, cut into chunks, vegetable oil, onion, chopped, garlic, minced, ginger, grated. Equipment: pressure cooker, cutting board, knife, wooden spoon or spatula, measuring spoons, measuring cup.
Kitchen tip: Remove the scotch bonnet peppers before serving to control heat—handling with gloves is recommended due to their spiciness.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef chuck, cut into 4 cm cubes, sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3 cm chunks, vegetable oil, garlic, minced, onion, thinly sliced. Equipment: pressure cooker or electric pressure cooker (Instant Pot), cutting board, chef's knife, wooden spoon, measuring spoons, measuring cup.
Kitchen tip: Brown the beef well to develop richer flavor and color in the stew.