Ethiopian Enqulal Firfir Recipe - Scrambled Eggs Amharic Yenqulal Tibs

injera

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flatbread

💰Cheaper: pita bread

Whole wheat flatbread adds fiber while pita is often more accessible.

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper + paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Cayenne and paprika mimic the heat and depth of berbere.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering

Sauté onions until translucent, about 5 minutes

Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Stir in tomatoes and green chili, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes

Add berbere spice, salt, and pepper, mixing well

Whisk eggs in a bowl and pour into the skillet

Cook eggs, stirring gently, until just set, about 3-5 minutes

Tear injera into bite-sized pieces and fold into the egg mixture

Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to combine flavors

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving

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