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Orthodox Fasting Recipes
Delicious vegan recipes perfect for fasting days and healthy weight loss
Ethiopian Spiced Lentils
Traditional misr wot with berbere spices - perfect protein for fasting days
Ingredients:
- 1 cup red lentils
- 2 tbsp berbere spice
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
Roasted Vegetable Medley
Colorful mix of seasonal vegetables with herbs - satisfying and nutritious
Ingredients:
- 2 zucchini, sliced
- 1 eggplant, cubed
- 2 bell peppers
- 1 red onion
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary)
- Salt and pepper
Quinoa Power Bowl
Complete protein with vegetables and tahini dressing - filling and healthy
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp maple syrup
Green Smoothie Bowl
Nutrient-packed breakfast with spinach, fruits, and seeds
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup mango chunks
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- Fresh berries for topping
Shiro Wot (Ethiopian Chickpea Stew)
Traditional Ethiopian chickpea flour stew with aromatic spices - a fasting staple
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chickpea flour (shiro powder)
- 2 tbsp berbere spice blend
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2-3 cups vegetable broth
- Salt to taste
Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens)
Simple and nutritious collard greens sautéed with onions and spices
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch collard greens, chopped
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
Atakilt Wot (Ethiopian Vegetable Curry)
Spiced cabbage, carrots, and potatoes in a flavorful turmeric-based sauce
Ingredients:
- 1 small cabbage, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, cubed
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
Injera (Ethiopian Sourdough Bread)
Traditional fermented flatbread made from teff flour - the foundation of Ethiopian meals
Ingredients:
- 2 cups teff flour
- 3 cups water
- 1/2 cup injera starter (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Kik Alicha (Mild Split Pea Stew)
Gentle yellow split pea stew with turmeric and ginger - perfect for sensitive stomachs
Ingredients:
- 1 cup yellow split peas
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cups water
- Salt to taste
Buna (Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony)
Traditional coffee preparation ritual - a spiritual and social practice
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup green coffee beans
- 3 cups water
- Incense (optional)
- Sugar to taste (optional)
Spiritual Wellness Videos
Orthodox fasting guidance, prayer sessions, and wellness tutorials
Ancient Orthodox Fasting Overview
Introduction to spiritual fasting and healthy weight management practices
Morning Prayer for Fasting
Traditional Ethiopian Orthodox morning prayers to begin your fasting journey
Understanding Orthodox Fasting
Comprehensive guide to Ethiopian Orthodox fasting practices and spiritual significance
Making Traditional Shiro Wot
Step-by-step preparation of Ethiopian chickpea stew for fasting days
Mindful Eating During Fasting
How to maintain spiritual focus and physical health during Orthodox fasting periods
Evening Gratitude Prayer
Reflective evening prayer to conclude your fasting day with gratitude
Fasting Calendar
The Seven Canonical Fasts
The Great Fast
ዐብይ ጾም
Fast of the Apostles
ጾመ ሐዋርያት
Fast of the Assumption
ጾመ ፍልሰታ
Fast of the Prophets
ጾመ ነቢያት
Fast of Nineveh
ጾመ ኒኒዌ
Weekly Fasts
ሳምንታዊ ጾም
Fast of Gehad
ጾመ ገሃድ
Orthodox Fasting Guidelines
Dietary Requirements
Strictly vegan diet during fasting periods. No meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, or eggs are permitted. Plant-based foods, grains, vegetables, and fruits are encouraged.
Timing and Meals
Traditionally, only one meal is consumed per day during fasting periods, typically taken in the afternoon after 3:00 PM. Water and non-caloric beverages are permitted throughout the day.
Spiritual Discipline
Fasting is accompanied by intensified prayer, scripture reading, and acts of charity. The faithful also abstain from gossip, anger, and other sinful behaviors, focusing on spiritual purification.
Exemptions
The fast is not obligatory for young children (under 7), the elderly with health concerns, the severely ill, pregnant women, and nursing mothers. Medical conditions may warrant pastoral guidance.