Ethiopian Dishes In Ethiopia, it is easy to find rich, flavorful curries and a diverse selection of foods almost everywhere you go — whether in simple rural villages or restaurants in the big cities. I feasted on possibly the best curry I’ve ever had in a tiny village in the middle of Ethiopia. Food in Ethiopia is exciting and different. There is never a dull moment when it comes to Ethiopian food. With strong, spicy flavors and rich stews, Ethiopian traditional food definitely ranks as one of my favorite cuisines in the world Shiro — Chickpea Stew Shiro is one of the best Ethiopian dishes for vegetarians and vegans. It is also one of my favorite Ethiopian foods, because of how flavorful and spicy it is. It is also commonly eaten during Lent, Ramadan and other fasting seasons. The delicious, thick stew is made of powdered chickpea, broad bean or lentils, slow-cooked with the popular berbere powder. Most people also add minced onions, garlic and, depending upon regi...