Spicy Eggplant Pasta (Alicha Be'timatim Firfir)

Alicha Be'timatim Firfir is a delicious Eritrean pasta dish with a spicy kick, perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Spicy Eggplant Pasta (Alicha Be'timatim Firfir)

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants, diced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons berbere spice mix
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 8 oz pasta of your choice

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
  3. Add the diced eggplants and berbere spice mix to the pan, and stir well to coat the eggplants evenly.
  4. Cover the pan and let the eggplants cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
  6. Once the eggplants are tender, add the cooked pasta to the pan and mix well.
  7. Season with salt to taste and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  8. Serve the Alicha Be'timatim Firfir hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
12g
Fat
14g

Supplies

Large pan Cooking spoon Cover for the pan

Tools

Knife Cutting board Pot for cooking pasta

Serving suggestions

Serve the Alicha Be'timatim Firfir with a side of fresh salad and a slice of crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick, you can add extra berbere spice mix to the dish according to your spice tolerance.

Cost

$10