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Ethiopian Yataklete kilkil

Ethiopian Yataklete Kilkil is a healthy dish made with potatoes, green beans, and carrots; all infused with delicious spices for that wonderful explosion of flavors. A meal that's good for your taste buds and waist!
Course Main
Cuisine African
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 -5
Calories 238kcal
Author Imma

Ingredients

  • 2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 8 ounces green beans, thawed and defrost
  • 1 cup carrots, thawed and defrost
  • ¼ cup or more canola oil
  • ½ medium onion, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons minced or granulated garlic
  • ½ jalapenos pepper, deseeded and diced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander spice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder or turmeric spice
  • ½ teaspoon white or black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon chili pepper optional
  • 1 8-ounce canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more adjust to suit taste buds

Instructions

  • Add potatoes in a large saucepan, salt, and add water just enough to cover potatoes. Boil until tender - about 10 minutes or more. Remove and drain water.
  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, give it a minute or two then stir in all the spices; garlic, Jalapenos peppers, ginger, coriander, smoked paprika, curry, white pepper, and chili pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burns. Then add tomatoes and bring to a boil and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Then add potatoes, green beans, and carrots. Season with salt.
  • Continue to simmer for about 10 minutes; stirring frequently to allow the flavors to blend. If needed, add water to prevent any burns.
  • Adjust for seasonings. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 238kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 710mg | Potassium: 813mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 6075IU | Vitamin C: 31.4mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 4.9mg