Beyaynetu is a traditional Ethiopian dish served with injera. The name itself reflects diversity and abundance, as it brings together a variety of plant-based dishes on one plate. It is widely consumed during fasting periods, especially Lent. A typical Beyaynetu can include 6–10 or more different items.

The Beyaynetu shown in the photo includes:

1. Misir Key Wot – split lentil stew spiced with blended chili powder; hot and spicy.
2. Difin Misir AliCha – whole lentil stew cooked with onion and turmeric; mild in flavor.
3. Dinich AliCha – potato and carrot dish cooked with onion and seasoned with turmeric.
4. Timatim KurT – fresh tomato salad with onion and green pepper.
5. Gomen AliCha – cabbage and carrot cooked with onion and turmeric, spiced with green pepper.
6. Suf Fitfit – boiled safflower juice mixed with injera and spiced with fresh onions, garlic and green pepper.
7. Key Sir – boiled and finely chopped beetroot sautéed with onion.
8. Fosolia – green beans and carrots sautéed with onion.
9. Ruz be Atikilt – rice cooked with vegetables and onion.
10. Green Pepper – served fresh as an appetizer.

Together, this catchy and satiating dish creates a balanced, plant-based meal rich in fiber, plant protein, essential minerals, vitamins and natural antioxidants: showcasing the nutritional wisdom and richness of Ethiopian food systems.

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