Spicy lentil stew (yemiser w'et)

1. Rinse & cook lentils.
2. When done, drain & set aside.
3. Reserve stock for later in the recipe.
4. Sautei onions & garlic in the ghee till onions are just translucent.
5. Add berbere, cumin & paprika.
6. Saute for a few minutes longer, stirring occasionally to prevent anything from burning.
7. Mixi in tomatoes & tomato paste.
8. Simmeri 10 minutes.
9. Add stock & continue simmering.
10. When lentils are cooked, mix them into the saute.
11. Add green peas & cook another 5 minutes.
12. Add salt & pepper to taste.
13. Serve with injera bread or pita bread.
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