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Injera for Kwanzaa Celebration


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  • Author: Chef Sophia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 Servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Injera is a traditional African fermented pancake with a soft texture that goes well with a variety of dishes.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups teff flour
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Oil (for greasing skillet)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Batter

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the teff flour and water.
  • Stir well until you have a smooth, pourable batter. The consistency should be similar to pancake batter.
  • Add the salt to the batter and mix thoroughly.

Step 2: Ferment the Batter

  • Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the batter ferment at room temperature for 24-48 hours.
  • This fermentation process gives injera its characteristic tangy flavor.
  • After fermentation, the batter should be slightly bubbly and have a sour smell.

Step 3: Cook the Injera

  • Heat a non-stick skillet or a large injera pan over medium heat.
  • Lightly grease the skillet with oil using a paper towel.
  • Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the skillet, swirling it around to spread it thinly and evenly.
  • Cover the skillet and cook the injera for 1-2 minutes until the surface is covered with small holes and the edges start to lift.
  • Remove the injera from the skillet and let it cool on a plate.
  • Repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

  • Serve the injera warm with your favorite Ethiopian stews and dishes, such as doro wat (chicken stew) or misir wat (spicy lentil stew).
  • Use the injera to scoop up the stews and enjoy the delicious flavors of Ethiopian cuisine.

Notes

  • Teff flour can sometimes be challenging to find. You can substitute it with equal parts of whole wheat flour and rice flour for a similar texture.
  • Adjust the thickness of the batter to your preference by adding more or less water.
  • If you don’t have a large enough skillet, you can use a smaller one and make smaller-sized injera.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Holidays