How long can I store leftovers?

Store leftover roll-ups in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Can I make injera ahead of time?

Yes, injera can be made a day ahead and kept wrapped in a cloth until use.

What can I use instead of teff flour?

Substitute with a mix of whole-grain flours for a similar texture and taste.

Is there a gluten-free alternative?

Injera made with teff flour is naturally gluten-free.

Can I adjust the spiciness?

Yes, modify the amount of cayenne pepper in the berbere spice mix to your taste.

Rich Ethiopian Injera Roll-Ups with Avocado and Berbere

Name: Rich Ethiopian Injera Roll-Ups with Avocado and Berbere
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Teff flour; Water; Salt; Avocados, mashed; Lemon juice; Salt; Garlic, minced; Paprika; Cayenne pepper; Ground coriander; Ground ginger; Cinnamon; Red onion, sliced; Cilantro leaves; Tomato, diced

A Flavorful Ethiopian Delight

These injera roll-ups are a deliciously spicy and tangy fusion of traditional Ethiopian flavors with creamy avocado, perfect for any meal or snack.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Injera

Teff flour

2 cups

Water

3 cups

Salt

A pinch

For the Avocado Filling

Avocados, mashed

2 ripe

Lemon juice

1 tablespoon

Salt

1 teaspoon

Garlic, minced

1 clove

For the Berbere Spice Mix

Paprika

1 tablespoon

Cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon

Ground coriander

1 teaspoon

Ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon

Cinnamon

A pinch

For the Additional Fillings

Red onion, sliced

1 small

Cilantro leaves

1/4 cup

Tomato, diced

Preparation

Mixing the Injera Batter

Combine flour and water

In a large bowl, combine teff flour and water; mix until smooth.

Ferment the batter

Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let it ferment at room temperature for 1 hour.

Ensure the injera batter is well-fermented for authentic flavor.

Add salt

Stir in a pinch of salt just before cooking.

Preparing the Avocado Filling

Mix filling ingredients

Combine mashed avocado, lemon juice, salt, and minced garlic in a bowl.

Blend until creamy

Mix until smooth and creamy.

Chill

Cover and refrigerate until needed.

Cooking Process

Cooking the Injera

Pour a thin layer of batter onto a hot skillet, cook until bubbles form and surface is dry.

Use medium heat.

Assembling the Roll-Ups

Spread avocado filling on the cooled injera, sprinkle berbere, and layer with sliced onion, cilantro, and diced tomato.

Rolling the Injera

Roll tightly from one end to create neat injera roll-ups.

Keep avocado filling cool while assembling.

Plating & Serving