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Flavorful Injera with Doro Wat Recipe Easy Authentic Ethiopian Stew Guide

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This recipe features traditional Ethiopian injera, a slightly fermented flatbread, paired with doro wat, a rich and spicy chicken stew. Together, they create a comforting and authentic meal perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups teff flour (light or dark)
  • Approximately 3 cups water (room temperature)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 pounds chicken drumsticks or thighs (skin removed)
  • 3 large red onions, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
  • 3 tablespoons berbere spice blend
  • 4 tablespoons butter or niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Injera Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups (320g) of teff flour with about 3 cups (720ml) of water until smooth but pourable. Cover loosely with a cloth and leave at room temperature to ferment for 24-48 hours until bubbles form and a sour aroma develops. (Partial fermentation of 12 hours works with less tang.)
  2. Season the Batter: After fermentation, stir in ½ teaspoon of salt. If the batter is too thick, add a splash of water until it reaches the consistency of a thin pancake batter.
  3. Cook the Injera: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Pour about ½ cup (120ml) of batter into the pan, swirling quickly to form a thin, even layer. Cover immediately and cook for 2-3 minutes until holes form on the surface and edges lift slightly. Do not flip. Remove and cool on a clean towel. Repeat with remaining batter.
  4. Start the Doro Wat Base: In a heavy pot over medium-low heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter or niter kibbeh. Add the finely chopped red onions and cook slowly, stirring often, for 30-40 minutes until deeply caramelized and jammy.
  5. Add Aromatics: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 tablespoons grated ginger, cooking for 2 more minutes until fragrant.
  6. Spice It Up: Add 3 tablespoons of berbere spice and stir well, toasting the spices for about 3 minutes.
  7. Add Tomato Paste & Chicken: Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste, then add the chicken pieces, coating thoroughly with the onion and spice mixture.
  8. Simmer: Pour in 1 cup (240ml) chicken broth or water, bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until chicken is tender and sauce thickened.
  9. Add Hard-Boiled Eggs: About 10 minutes before the stew finishes, add peeled hard-boiled eggs to soak up flavors.
  10. Season to Taste: Add salt and black pepper as needed.
  11. Serve: Arrange injera on a large platter, spoon doro wat and eggs on top, and enjoy communal-style by tearing injera pieces to scoop up the stew.

Notes

Patience is key for injera fermentation to develop authentic sourness. Slow caramelization of onions is essential for deep stew flavor. Use a hot pan for injera to get signature holes without burning. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil. Store stew and injera separately to avoid sogginess. Leftovers taste better after a day or two and keep up to 3 days refrigerated.

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Keywords: Injera, Doro Wat, Ethiopian stew, Ethiopian cuisine, teff flour, berbere spice, chicken stew, fermented flatbread, authentic Ethiopian recipe

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