Ethiopian & Eritrean Doro Wat

teff flour

🥗Healthier: quinoa flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Quinoa flour provides a gluten-free option while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper + paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Cayenne and paprika mimic the heat and flavor of berbere.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is plant-based and lower in fat, while thighs are less expensive than breasts.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: none

Avocado adds creaminess and healthy fats.

Prepare injera by mixing 90% teff flour with white flour and water, then fermenting for 2-3 days until bubbly.

Heat a pan and add ghee for cooking.

Chop 3 medium onions and sauté them in the pan until translucent.

Add crushed tomatoes to the sautéed onions.

Incorporate ginger, garlic, and berbere spice into the mixture, adjusting spice level to taste.

Add chicken breast to the mixture and cook until browned.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary