Ginger Lentils for Authentic Eritrean Injera

In an Instant Pot, saute:

    1/4 cup olive oil    

    2 large onions ( 4 cups diced)

    4 cloves garlic (4 tsp  minced)

    1 1/2 inch ginger root, peeled (4 tsp minced), or ginger powder

    1 Tbsp Bebere (add a 2nd Tbsp for extra spice)

Once onions are tender, add:

    1 can 8oz. tomato sauce

    5 1/2 cups water

    2 cups red lentils, rinsed and drained

Place lid on Instant Pot, pressure cook on high for 6 minutes. 

Afterward, wait until the pressure valve has released pressure. Then add:

    2 tsp Salt

    1/4 cup butter

    1/2 cup Evaporated milk, or heavy whipping cream (optional)

Serve with rice or Ethiopian Injera, a delicious sourdough flatbread