Ethiopian Injera Tacos with Spiced Lentil Fillings

Name: Ethiopian Injera Tacos with Spiced Lentil Fillings
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Teff flour; Water; Active dry yeast; Salt; Red lentils; Olive oil; Onion; Garlic; Berbere spice blend; Diced tomatoes; Salt and pepper; Fresh cilantro; Red bell pepper; Avocado; Plain yogurt; Harissa paste; Lemon juice

A fusion of Ethiopian flavors with a Mexican twist

Enjoy the unique combination of Ethiopian and Mexican cuisines with these delightful injera tacos filled with spiced lentil mixture.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Injera

Teff flour

2 cups

Water

2 ½ cups

Active dry yeast

1 tsp

Salt

¼ tsp

For the Spiced Lentil Filling

Red lentils

1 cup, rinsed and drained

Olive oil

2 tbsp

Onion

1 small, finely chopped

Garlic

1 clove, minced

Berbere spice blend

1 tbsp

Diced tomatoes

1 can (14.5 oz), drained

Salt and pepper

To taste

For the Toppings

Fresh cilantro

1 cup, chopped

Red bell pepper

1, thinly sliced

Avocado

1, sliced

For the Spicy Yogurt Sauce

Plain yogurt

½ cup

Harissa paste

1 tbsp

Lemon juice

1 tbsp

Preparation

Preparing the Injera Batter

Combine Ingredients

Combine teff flour, water, and yeast in a large bowl.

Mix Batter

Stir well to form a smooth, thin batter.

Ferment

Cover and let it ferment for 24-48 hours until bubbles form.

Cooking the Spiced Lentils

Heat Oil

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Sauté Aromatics

Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.

Cook Lentils

Stir in berbere spice blend, lentils, and tomatoes; cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Ensure lentils are not overcooked; they should retain some texture.

Cooking Process

Injera Making

Pour a thin layer of injera batter on a hot non-stick skillet, cover, and cook until bubbles set and surface is dry.

Sautéing Lentils

Stir gently and often to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.

Mixing Sauce

Blend yogurt, harissa paste, and lemon juice until smooth.

Plating & Serving