Quietly appearing in the former Cheesesteak Factory cart, Mimi's Ethiopian Kitchen has arrived to bring some variety to the pod on SW 3rd between Stark and Oak. (A welcome change from the 5+ Mediterranean carts that occupy this particular pod)- It's located right next to Pulehu Pizza, just West of Mother's Bistro.
Featuring both meat and vegetarian Ethiopian dishes, there is bound to be something you'll enjoy on their menu.
I had the Kay Sega Wat, which is cubes of beef in a spicy sauce, served alongside some stewed cabbage and greens, over a generous bed of injera. There is also a piece of injera served to the side (which is a spongy, somewhat sour, fermented pancake-like bread you tear off pieces of to pick up and eat the other bits of food with) - They sell injera on its own on the side, and even offer gluten-free options.
Just behold the beauty of this dish! Plenty of food, and you won't want to leave a single bit behind.
The generous serving of injera was enough to combine some with every single bite, which is delightful.
You'll find the traditional Doro Wat, the Ethopian "national dish" of simmered spicy barbeque chicken over injera.
They have spicy and non-spicy versions available, and also offer lamb as an option on some of the beef-based dishes.
For those who prefer not to eat meat, Kay Miser Wat is a spicy split lentil dish, or try the Gomen Wat, a cabbage-based dish.
There is also the option of a simple rice and chicken offering, or a variety plate with your choice of a combination of all above.
Prices are in the $6-$8 range for most dishes, and the food is delicious. Even if you've never had Ethiopian before, you should give this cart a try.
