CHOW

Many Ethiopian recipes will have "chow" listed as an ingredient.  This is a brief summary of what's in it.

Ingredients:

• 1-clove sliced Garlic
• 1- tsp grated Ginger Root
• 1/4-tsp ground Caraway
• 1/2-tsp ground Cardamom
• 1/4-tsp ground Mustard
• 1/4-tsp ground Coriander
• 1/2-tsp ground Turmeric
• 1/3-cup water **
• 1/4-tsp Red Chilies
• 1/4-tsp Paprika

Process everything together into a smooth mixture that will be as thick as toothpaste. Refrigerate with a jar with a tight cover.  Use when needed.

Since I can't always get fresh or have the time to "process" it, I often substitute dried items.