Is injera healthy?

Injera is made of the highly nutritious and gluten-free tef grain, which is unique to Ethiopia. Tef contains a high proportion of fiber — more than any other grain on Earth — as well as being a complete protein and a great source of iron and calcium. These health properties are attributed to tef’s...

How is injera made?

Injera is usually made from tiny, iron-rich teff seeds, which are ground into flour. Teff production is limited to certain middle elevations with adequate rainfall, and, as it is a low-yield crop, it is relatively expensive for the average household.

Were does injera breads come from?

Injera is a type of flatbread made in Ethiopia and several other East African nations . The bread is a staple food in Ethiopia, where it is served with almost every meal. True injera is made with teff flour, a gluten free flour produced from teff, a popular African grain. Injera has a distinctive sour flavor and spongy texture which makes it ...