Ethiopian-Inspired Injera Flatbread

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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A soft and slightly tangy flatbread perfect for scooping stews and salads, made with teff and all-purpose flour. This Ethiopian-inspired gluten-free recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs teff flour, all-purpose flour, water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 Ethiopian cuisine 120 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup teff flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups, lukewarm water
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp, for cooking vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup teff flour and 1 cup all-purpose flour. Gradually add 2 cups lukewarm water, whisking until smooth. Cover with a clean cloth and let ferment at room temperature for 24-48 hours until bubbles form and batter is slightly sour.
Step 2: After fermentation, stir in 1/2 tsp salt to the batter.
Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly brush with 1 tsp vegetable oil.
Step 4: Pour 1/3 cup batter into the skillet, swirling it quickly to form a thin, even layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until holes form on the surface and the edges lift easily; do not flip.
Step 5: Remove the injera with a spatula and repeat with remaining batter, brushing the pan with remaining 1 tsp oil as needed.
Step 6: Serve warm with stews or salads.