Ethiopian Shiro Wat (Spiced Chickpea Stew) with Collard Greens

Shiro is one of Ethiopia's great everyday comfort foods — roasted chickpea flour whisked into a pot until it turns into a thick, deeply spiced stew. Garlic and ginger go in early with the onions, common in immune-supportive cooking, and simmer until the kitchen smells warm and toasty.

Chickpeas bring plant protein and fiber, while a side of quickly sautéed collard greens finished with lemon adds a genuine vitamin C lift to the plate. Berbere spice gives the stew its signature color and warmth without relying on excess salt, and a plant-based base makes this an easy vegan main.

Scoop it up with injera if you have it, or serve over rice — either way, this is a nutrient-dense, garlic-forward stew that comes together in one pot.