The flavorful stew, made with spices, butter, onions and chicken, has become a favorite on New Jersey's culinary scene.

Berbere is an essential Ethiopian spice blend ... Besobela, also known as Ethiopian sacred basil, is a unique herb essential ...

Salad dressings are another unexpected place where Ethiopian pepper shines. A simple vinaigrette becomes a whole new ...

Look for berbere in spice shops or in well-stocked grocery stores. If you can get the Ethiopian flatbread called injera, serve some alongside, though warm naan or rice also are excellent ...