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Simple breakfast recipe with egg & injera (Ethiopian cooking)

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Eggs with Injera

Cultural Context

Originating from Ethiopia, Injera is a sourdough flatbread made from teff flour, often served with various stews and dishes. Eggs with Injera is a comforting meal that showcases the versatility of injera, traditionally enjoyed during breakfast or lunch. This dish has gained popularity beyond Ethiopia, often found in Ethiopian restaurants worldwide, where it delights diners with its unique flavors and communal style of eating.

EthiopianETmain
45 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
1 medium onion chopped
1-2 tbsp of oil
6 cloves of minced garlic
1 tsp of turmeric
1 medium tomato chopped
Mix of bell pepper
1 medium jalapeno pepper (optional)
Salt according to your test
¼ - ½ of water
Three eggs
Injera or any other choice of bread

injera

🥗Healthier: whole grain flatbread

💰Cheaper: pita bread

Whole grain flatbread offers more nutrients, while pita is more accessible.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño adds heat with fewer calories, and bell pepper is more affordable.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley provides similar freshness, while green onions are cost-effective.

1

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2

Sauté chopped onion until translucent.

3

Add minced garlic and diced bell pepper; cook until fragrant.

4

Stir in diced tomato and turmeric; cook until combined.

5

Season with salt to taste.

6

Add water and bring to a simmer.

7

Make small wells in the mixture and crack eggs into each well.

8

Cover and cook until egg whites are set.

9

Serve hot with injera or other bread.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingpoaching

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

eggsgluten

Also Known As

Shakshuka with InjeraInjera and Eggs

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