Ethiopian food - Chechebsa recipe - Kita Fir Fir - Amharic

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper + paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Cayenne and paprika mimic the heat and flavor of berbere.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese has fewer calories, while ricotta is often less expensive.

injera

🥗Healthier: whole grain flatbread

💰Cheaper: pita bread

Whole grain flatbread is healthier, while pita is a budget-friendly substitute.

Mix flour, salt, and water to create a smooth pancake paste.

Fry the pancake paste in a hot pan with a little oil, cooking on both sides until golden brown.

Break the cooked pancake into small parts while still hot.

Add kibe and berbere to the broken pancake and mash together.

Cooking Techniques

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