Whole30 Doro Wat
Delight in the bold and aromatic flavors of Whole30 Doro Wat, a healthier twist on Ethiopia’s beloved chicken stew. This one-pot dish features succulent bone-in chicken thighs simmered in a richly spiced sauce made with caramelized onions, freshly grated ginger, garlic, and Whole30-compliant berbere spice. Finished with hard-boiled eggs that soak up the vibrant flavors, this hearty stew is a perfect balance of warmth and richness. Slow-cooked to tender perfection and brightened with a touch of fresh cilantro, it’s a satisfying, comforting meal that pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice or roasted vegetables. Whether you're on a Whole30 journey or simply craving exciting global flavors, this gluten-free, dairy-free recipe will transport your taste buds to new heights. Indulge in a wholesome, nutrient-packed dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken thighs, bone-in, skinless
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons ghee
- 4 cups yellow onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger, freshly grated
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons berbere spice blend, compliant with Whole30
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth, compliant with Whole30
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 units hard-boiled eggs, shelled
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and coat with lemon juice. Set aside to marinate while prepping other ingredients.
In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the ghee over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onions and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently, until they break down and become a deep caramel color. Lower the heat to prevent burning as needed.
Stir in the grated ginger, minced garlic, berbere spice blend, and paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken slightly.
Nestle the marinated chicken thighs into the onion mixture.
Pour in the chicken broth and add salt and black pepper. Stir gently to combine.
Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
Gently add the hard-boiled eggs into the stew, allowing them to warm through and absorb the flavors, for about 10 minutes.
Adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more berbere spice blend or salt according to taste.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving. Serve hot with compliant sides like cauliflower rice or a vegetable of choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.3 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.9 g | 304% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1717 mg | 572% | |
| Sodium | 4848 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.0 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.5 g | ||
| Protein | 279.0 g | 558% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 534 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 4792 mg | 102% | |
*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.
