Crispy injera spread with spiced niter kibbeh and berbere, folded and toasted until golden and crunchy, served as a snack or appetizer.
Instructions
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Mix softened niter kibbeh with berbere and a pinch of salt until you have a smooth, spiced butter paste.
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Lay an injera flat and spread the berbere butter evenly across the entire surface in a thin layer.
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Fold the injera in half, then in half again to create a triangle or roll it up tightly like a wrap.
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Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast the folded injera for two minutes per side until crispy.
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The outside should be golden and crunchy while the inside remains slightly soft with melted spiced butter.
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Cut into pieces and serve immediately as a snack or appetizer while the main meal is being prepared.
Did You Know?
Kategna is the Ethiopian equivalent of buttered toast, but infinitely more flavorful with its berbere-spiced butter filling.
The Story Behind Kategna
Kategna transforms the everyday injera into an irresistible snack through the simple addition of spiced butter and heat. This humble preparation has been a part of Ethiopian home cooking for generations, often served to guests as they arrive while the main meal is still being prepared. The combination of crispy, toasted injera with melted berbere butter creates a flavor experience that encapsulates the essence of Ethiopian cuisine in a single bite.
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