St. Kitts and Nevis Style Injera Fit-Fit

Ingredients

In the St. Kitts and Nevis adaptation of Injera Fit-Fit, we incorporate tropical ingredients such as mangoes and bell peppers to infuse the dish with Caribbean flavors. Additionally, we adjust the spice profile to include local spices commonly used in St. Kitts and Nevis cuisine, adding a distinct twist to the traditional Ethiopian dish. We alse have the original recipe for Injera fit-fit, so you can check it out.

• 4 large pieces of injera bread 4 large pieces of injera bread
• 1 ripe mango, diced 1 ripe mango, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Lime wedges, for serving Lime wedges, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 220 kcal / 920 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 2g, 0g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 48g, 18g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Tear the injera bread into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2. 2.
   Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant and translucent.
4. 4.
   Add the diced mangoes, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
5. 5.
   Sprinkle the ground cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper over the vegetables. Stir well to coat the ingredients evenly.
6. 6.
   Add the torn injera bread to the skillet and gently toss to combine with the vegetables and spices. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the injera is heated through.
7. 7.
   Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
8. 8.
   Serve the St. Kitts and Nevis Style Injera Fit-Fit warm, accompanied by lime wedges for squeezing over the dish.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mango — Choose a ripe mango for the best flavor and texture. Make sure to dice it into small, bite-sized pieces.
• Injera bread — Tear the injera bread into pieces before adding it to the skillet to ensure even distribution of flavors.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a finely chopped scotch bonnet pepper.
• Customize the dish by adding other Caribbean ingredients such as diced pineapple or shredded coconut.
• If you prefer a softer texture, you can lightly steam the torn injera bread before adding it to the skillet.

Serving advice

Serve the St. Kitts and Nevis Style Injera Fit-Fit as a main dish accompanied by a fresh green salad or as a side dish alongside grilled fish or chicken.

Presentation advice

Arrange the colorful St. Kitts and Nevis Style Injera Fit-Fit on a platter and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves for an appealing presentation. Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.