Recipe

Zigini with Injera

Spicy Ethiopian Stew with Traditional Injera Bread

4.5 out of 5

Indulge in the rich flavors of Ethiopian cuisine with this authentic Zigini recipe. This spicy stew, paired with the traditional sourdough flatbread called Injera, will transport you to the vibrant streets of Ethiopia.

Stew› Zigini with injera

African cuisine› East African cuisine› Ethiopian cuisine

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

2 hours

Total time

2 hours and 20 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Medium

Suitable for

Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Low-carb, High-protein, Paleo

Allergens

N/A

Not suitable for

Vegan, Vegetarian, Nut-free, Egg-free, Soy-free

Ingredients

500g (1.1 lb) beef, cubed 500g (1.1 lb) beef, cubed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions, finely chopped 2 onions, finely chopped
4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tablespoons berbere spice blend 2 tablespoons berbere spice blend
2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
2 cups (470ml) beef broth 2 cups (470ml) beef broth
Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
Injera, for serving Injera, for serving

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 5g
Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 4g
Protein: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2.
Add the onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until golden brown.
3.
Stir in the berbere spice blend and cook for an additional minute to release its flavors.
4.
Add the beef cubes to the pot and brown them on all sides.
5.
Add the diced tomatoes and beef broth to the pot, and season with salt to taste.
6.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and the sauce has thickened.
7.
Serve the Zigini hot with Injera on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

Beef — For a more tender result, choose a cut of beef that is suitable for slow cooking, such as chuck or stewing beef.

Tips & Tricks

If you prefer a spicier stew, you can increase the amount of berbere spice blend according to your taste.
To enhance the flavors, marinate the beef cubes in the berbere spice blend for a few hours before cooking.
Leftover Zigini can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day, as the flavors tend to deepen and develop further.

Serving advice

Serve the Zigini stew hot, accompanied by Injera bread. Tear off a piece of Injera, use it to scoop up the stew, and enjoy the burst of flavors.

Presentation advice

To present the Zigini stew beautifully, place it in a large serving bowl and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve the Injera bread on a separate plate or basket for an authentic Ethiopian dining experience.