How do I make authentic injera with doro wat?

Step into the flavors of Ethiopia with our traditional Injera with Doro Wat recipe - a delightful combination of Ethiopian bread and stew.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make authentic Injera with Doro Wat. Items include: Teff flour All-purpose flour Salt Water Olive oil Onion Garlic cloves Ginger Berbere spice Chicken pieces Chicken broth Tomato paste

Teff flour 2 cups
All-purpose flour 1 cup
Salt 1 teaspoon
Water 4 cups
Olive oil 2 tablespoons
Onion 1
Garlic cloves 3
Ginger 1 tablespoon
Berbere spice 1 tablespoon
Chicken pieces 2 pounds
Chicken broth 2 cups
Tomato paste 2 tablespoons

Take note
Before we get started, let's be mindful of a few things. First, this recipe may require some special ingredients that you may need to find at a specialty store or order online. Second, some of the spices used in Doro Wat may be on the spicier side, so adjust the heat level to your taste. Lastly, be prepared for a delightful experience that may leave you craving more!

1

Prepare the Injera Batter

In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups of teff flour, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 4 cups of water. Whisk the ingredients until you have a smooth batter. Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let the batter ferment at room temperature for at least 24 hours.

2

Make the Doro Wat Stew

In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, and 1 tablespoon of berbere spice (a traditional Ethiopian spice blend). Cook for another minute until fragrant. Add 2 pounds of chicken pieces and cook until browned. Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cover the pot and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.