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Ethiopian Spiced Lentil Injera Wrap with Garlicky Sautéed Kale

Prep 12 min · Cook 28 min · Serves 1 · medium

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Ethiopian Spiced Lentil Injera Wrap with Garlicky Sautéed Kale

Aromatic red lentils simmered with warming Ethiopian spices, served in soft injera flatbread with massaged kale and topped with crushed pistachios. A hearty, protein-rich dinner celebrating East African flavors.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup red lentils, dried, rinsed
  • 1 cup vegetable broth, low-sodium
  • 1/4 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon berbere spice blend, traditional ethiopian
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, ground
  • 1/2 tablespoon tomato paste, unsweetened
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups kale, chopped, stems removed
  • 1 piece injera flatbread, vegan, store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon pistachios, crushed, roasted unsalted
  • 1/2 tablespoon lime juice, fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1/2 tbsp coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until softened.

  2. 2

    Add 2 cloves minced garlic and grated ginger, cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in berbere spice, turmeric, and tomato paste. Toast spices for 1 minute.

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