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Savory Ethiopian Chickpea Tofu Stir Fry with Spicy Berbere

Name: Savory Ethiopian Chickpea Tofu Stir Fry with Spicy Berbere
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 cup chickpea flour; 3 cups water; 1 tsp salt; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 red onion, thinly sliced; 2 bell peppers, sliced (any color); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 inch ginger, grated; 1 tbsp berbere spice mix; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup coconut milk; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp maple syrup

This tantalizing stir fry combines the creamy texture of chickpea tofu with the bold spices of Ethiopian berbere, creating a dish that's both hearty and full of flavor.

4.6(679 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·October 30, 2025

Savory Ethiopian Chickpea Tofu Stir Fry with Spicy Berbere — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Chickpea Tofu

For the Stir Fry

For the Sauce

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 259 kcal
Protein: 7 g
Carbs: 23.5 g
Fat: 16 g
Fiber: 4.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1035 kcal
Protein: 28 g
Carbs: 94 g
Fat: 64 g
Fiber: 17 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 cup chickpea flour	356	21	53	6	10
3 cups water	0	0	0	0	0
1 tsp salt	0	0	0	0	0
1 tbsp olive oil	119	0	0	14	0
2 tbsp olive oil	238	0	0	28	0
1 red onion thinly sliced	44	1	10	0	2
2 bell peppers sliced (any color)	50	2	12	0	4
2 cloves garlic minced	9	0	2	0	0
1 inch ginger grated	8	0	2	0	0
1 tbsp berbere spice mix	20	1	3	1	1
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1/2 cup coconut milk	150	1	6	15	0
2 tbsp soy sauce	20	2	1	0	0
1 tbsp lime juice	4	0	1	0	0
1 tsp maple syrup	17	0	4	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Chickpea Tofu

1
Whisk chickpea mixture
In a large bowl, whisk chickpea flour with water, salt, and olive oil until smooth.
2
Cook mixture
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened to a custard-like consistency.
3
Set the tofu
Pour into a greased 8x8 inch dish and allow to cool and set.
Tip: Let the tofu marinate longer for a deeper flavor.

Preparing the Stir Fry

1
Heat oil
Heat olive oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat.
2
Cook onions
Add onions and cook until translucent.
3
Add vegetables
Stir in bell peppers, garlic, and ginger; cook until fragrant.

How to Make Savory Ethiopian Chickpea Tofu Stir Fry with Spicy Berbere

Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Pan Frying
Cut set chickpea tofu into 1-inch cubes and lightly fry them in a separate skillet.
2
Stir Fry Cooking
Add the berbere spice mix, salt, and pepper to the vegetables, followed by the fried chickpea tofu.
3
Sauce Integration
Pour in the sauce mixture, stir thoroughly, and let it simmer.