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Firfir (Ethiopian Breakfast Fit-fit)

Ethiopian · Main

A classic savory Ethiopian breakfast made with torn pieces of injera soaked in a spicy, flavorful sauce of berbere spice, aromatics, and spiced clarified butter.

Ready in 30 minutesVegetarian
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25 minA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time10 min
Cook time15 min
Servings4 people
DifficultyEasy
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How to make it

5 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Add the chopped onions

    In a wide skillet or pan, add the chopped onions and cook over medium heat until they soften and begin to brown. Traditionally, this is done without oil initially to draw out moisture.

    5 min

  2. Add the niter kibbeh and let it melt

    Add the niter kibbeh (or oil) and let it melt. Stir in the berbere spice, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

    3 min

  3. Stir in the tomato paste followed

    Stir in the tomato paste followed by the water or vegetable broth. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly into a rich 'wot' (sauce). Season with salt to taste.

    5 min

  4. Gently fold in the torn pieces of injera

    Gently fold in the torn pieces of injera. Stir carefully so the pieces are well-coated with the sauce but don't turn into a complete mush. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes to absorb the flavors.

    2 min

  5. Serve hot, garnished

    Serve hot, garnished with sliced jalapeño if desired. It is usually served with an extra side of fresh injera or yogurt.

A little kitchen wisdom

Traditional firfir is made with leftover injera, which absorbs the sauce better than fresh injera. Use Niter Kibbeh for the most authentic flavor.

What you'll need

Large skillet or panWooden spoonChef's knife
Keep the good going

For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

The sauce (wot) can be made ahead and stored. Add the injera only right before serving.

Store & enjoy

Store leftovers in an airtight container. Note that the injera will continue to soften. Reheat gently in a pan with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.

Allergens

Contains wheat, gluten.

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Firfir (Ethiopian Breakfast Fit-fit)
Step 1 of 5

Add the chopped onions

In a wide skillet or pan, add the chopped onions and cook over medium heat until they soften and begin to brown. Traditionally, this is done without oil initially to draw out moisture.

5 min