Injera-Style Teff Flatbread with Garlic Yogurt Dip

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Soft, spongy teff flatbread inspired by Ethiopian injera, served with a cooling garlic yogurt sauce perfect for dipping. This Ethiopian-inspired gluten-free recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs teff flour, all-purpose flour, warm water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 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: 25 min Serves 6 Ethiopian cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups teff flour, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, and 1 tsp salt. Gradually add 2 1/4 cups warm water, whisking until smooth. Cover and let batter ferment at room temperature for 24 hours until bubbly and slightly sour.
  2. Step 2: After fermentation, stir batter gently. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with a small amount of oil.
  3. Step 3: Pour about 1/3 cup batter into skillet and swirl to cover bottom evenly. Cover skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until holes form on surface and edges lift easily, then remove without flipping. Repeat for remaining batter.
  4. Step 4: For the garlic yogurt dip, combine 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill in a small bowl. Stir until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Serve warm teff flatbreads stacked with the garlic yogurt dip on the side for dipping, perfect as a light appetizer or accompaniment.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Injera-Style Teff Flatbread with Garlic Yogurt Dip take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Injera-Style Teff Flatbread with Garlic Yogurt Dip?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep teff flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Injera-Style Teff Flatbread with Garlic Yogurt Dip?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Injera-Style Teff Flatbread with Garlic Yogurt Dip for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Injera-Style Teff Flatbread with Garlic Yogurt Dip vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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