Creamy Chickpea Genfo
Ethiopian comfort porridge made from roasted chickpea flour, butter, and spices—creamy, savory, and ready in minutes. Vegan when you skip the butter or use plant-based oil.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium. Add onion and cook, stirring, until soft, ~3 minutes.
Step 2
Add garlic and berbere, stir until fragrant, ~30 seconds.
Step 3
Pour in broth slowly, stirring constantly to break up lumps, then add chickpea flour in a steady stream.
Step 4
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring often, until thick and creamy, ~4 minutes.
Step 5
Taste and adjust salt and spice. Serve hot in bowls.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (10-inch minimum)
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups and spoons
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