EASY Ethiopian Kita Firfir Recipe!

injera

🥗Healthier: whole wheat injera

💰Cheaper: flatbread

Whole wheat injera adds fiber, while flatbread is more accessible.

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper + paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Cayenne and paprika mimic the flavor profile of berbere.

cooked beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs maintain flavor, while omitting herbs is budget-friendly.

Mix flour and water to create a dough, aiming for a specific consistency.

Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

Cook the dough in the pan, adding oil to prevent sticking, and spread it evenly.

Once cooked, transfer the dough to a cooling surface.

Rip the cooked dough into small pieces.

In a separate pot, melt unsalted butter and mix in berbere spice and salt.

Combine the butter mixture with the ripped dough pieces and mix by hand.

Cooking Techniques

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