Spice level warning — Misir Wat is not what I expected

I underestimated Misir Wat. The deep and earthy description didn't prepare me for the reality. mitmita bird's eye chilli brings a heat or pungency that builds steadily rather than hitting upfront. By halfway through I was sweating but couldn't stop eating.

Ethiopian communal eating with no utensils from a shared injera is a social and hygienic tradition. The a communal injera sharing meal setting means locals eat this with ease while visitors like me reach for water. tej cut through it better than water would have. Don't order the mild version out of caution — the full version is the point. I'd go back. Three stars only because I wasn't warned.