Ethiopians’ fondness for spicy cuisine is well-known, and Sinig stands as a testament to this preference. Despite Ethiopian dishes being inherently spice-rich, Sinig takes it up a notch, adding an extra kick to any meal. Its versatility extends beyond Ethiopian cuisine, seamlessly complementing non-Ethiopian dishes as well.
Equipment Recommendations for Making Sinig
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Sinig Recipe: How to Make Ethiopian Stuffed Jalapeños
Ethiopians’ fondness for spicy cuisine is well-known, and Sinig stands as a testament to this preference. Despite Ethiopian dishes being inherently spice-rich, Sinig takes it up a notch, adding an extra kick to any meal. Its versatility extends beyond Ethiopian cuisine, seamlessly complementing non-Ethiopian dishes as well.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Mix/Stuff
- Cuisine: Ethiopian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 medium (110g) yellow (or red) onion, diced
- 3 cloves (9g) garlic, diced
- 2 large (300g total) tomatoes (beefsteak work well), seeds discarded, diced
- ¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil (or olive oil)
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) white vinegar
- Salt, to taste (approx. ½ tsp/2.5g)
- 6 large (90g total) jalapeño peppers
Instructions
- Place the diced onions, diced garlic, and diced tomatoes in a medium bowl. Mix the ingredients well.
- Add the vegetable oil, white vinegar, and salt to taste to the bowl. Mix the ingredients again until well combined.
- Cut the jalapeños vertically without cutting all the way through, leaving them attached at the stem so that they can open like a book. Discard all the seeds.
- Stuff the jalapeños with the vegetable mixture, ensuring that they are well-filled.
- Serve the Ethiopian Stuffed Jalapeños with your favorite Ethiopian wot (stew) or as a flavorful side dish to spice up any meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 235g
- Calories: 130-150 kcal
- Sugar: 2-3g
- Sodium: 200-300mg
- Fat: 12-14g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5-2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10-12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4-5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg