A spongy, tangy sourdough flatbread made from teff flour
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6
6 rounds
Difficulty
Medium
Cost
Budget
$
A spongy, tangy sourdough flatbread made from teff flour
A traditional Ethiopian flatbread with a soft, porous texture and tangy flavor, made from teff flour batter that ferments overnight.
15m
Prep Time
30m
Cook Time
45m
Total Time
6
Servings
Medium
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
(Updated )
Injera is more than bread — it is the plate, the utensil, and a fundamental part of Ethiopian cuisine. Its spongy texture is designed to soak up the sauces of stews like doro wot and misir wot, and its slightly sour flavor provides a counterpoint to the rich, spiced dishes it accompanies.
Traditional injera uses pure teff flour and a multi-day fermentation. This version uses an overnight ferment with a small amount of all-purpose flour to make the process more accessible while still producing an authentically tangy and porous result.
Mix the teff flour, all-purpose flour, and water in a bowl until smooth.
Cover with a towel and let ferment at room temperature for 12 to 24 hours until bubbly and slightly sour.
Stir in the salt and baking powder.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Pour a thin layer of batter in a spiral pattern from the outside in, cover, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the surface is set and porous.
Do not flip — remove when the edges lift from the pan.
Stack cooked injera on a plate and cover to keep moist.
Serve with a fresh side salad for a balanced meal
Pair with your favorite grain or bread on the side
Garnish with fresh herbs for a beautiful presentation
Longer fermentation produces a tangier flavor.
The batter should be thinner than pancake batter — about the consistency of crepe batter.
A nonstick pan is essential for easy release.
Refrigerate leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Reheat gently on the stovetop, in the oven, or in the microwave until hot.
Per serving (1 round) · 6 servings
A light, low-calorie option · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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