Looking for a new dish? Try injera
What's the story
Injera, the national dish of Ethiopia, is a sourdough-risen flatbread with a slightly spongy texture that's both delicious and unique.
Made from teff flour, it's not only tasty but also gluten-free and vegan.
This article presents five innovative ways to use injera in your vegan meals, bringing a piece of Ethiopia to your dining table.
Tacos
A twist on traditional tacos
Swap out the usual corn or wheat tortillas for injera and you've got yourself Ethiopian-style tacos.
Stuff them with spiced lentils, avocado, diced tomatoes, and tahini sauce for a healthy and tasty meal.
This fusion dish unites two culinary cultures, making it a perfect choice for adventurous foodies who crave something new yet comforting.
Breakfast
Savory injera breakfast rolls
Start your day with a bang with injera breakfast rolls, stuffed to the brim with sauteed mushrooms, spinach, and bell peppers.
The filling is expertly seasoned with garlic, turmeric, and black pepper for that extra flavor kick.
And, the rolls, created by wrapping the savory mixture in injera, are not only a convenient breakfast option but also guarantee that you begin your morning with multiple servings of vegetables.
Pizza
Injera pizza base
Want to switch up your pizza night with some Ethiopian flair? Use injera as the base for a delicious vegan pizza with a twist.
Top it with tomato sauce seasoned with berbere spice mix, a key blend in Ethiopian cooking, followed by your favorite veggies like bell peppers, onions, olives, and artichokes.
Finish it off with some vegan cheese or nutritional yeast, then bake until everything is warm and bubbly.
Salad wraps
Salad wraps galore
Injera is the perfect wrap for salad rolls.
Just take some strips of injera and fill them with a quinoa salad (think diced cucumbers, tomatoes, parsley, and a zesty lemon juice dressing) or any other grain salad you love.
Then, roll 'em up nice and tight, and voila! You've got yourself some delicious, handheld wraps that are great for picnics or healthy snacking anytime.
Dessert
Dessert crepes redefined
Turn injera into a delicious dessert by filling them with sweetened coconut cream (add some cardamom powder to the cream) and topping them with sliced mangoes or berries.
The slight sourness of the injera balances the sweetness of the fruit and cream, creating a unique dessert that's perfect for entertaining guests or indulging yourself after a delicious dinner.