I love Ethiopian cuisine, and one of my all-time favorite dishes is injera. Injera is a sourdough flatbread that is typically made from teff flour and has a slightly tangy taste. It’s soft, spongy texture makes it perfect for scooping up stews and sauces. However, as someone who doesn’t own a microwave, I often find myself wondering how to reheat injera without one. After trying out a few different methods, I have found a couple of quick and easy ways to reheat injera that will preserve its flavor and texture. If you’re in the same boat as me, then keep on reading!
Using a Skillet
What you’ll need:
Instructions:
1. Start by placing your non-stick skillet on the stovetop and turn the heat to medium-low.
2. Pour a small amount of water into the skillet, just enough to cover the bottom.
3. Take your injera and stack them on top of each other.
4. Place the stack of injera in the skillet and cover it with a lid.
5. Let the injera steam for about 2-3 minutes, or until it becomes soft and pliable.
6. Remove the lid and carefully flip the injera to the other side using a spatula.
7. Let it cook for another minute or so, until it is heated through.
8. Once heated, transfer the injera to a plate and cover it with a clean kitchen towel to keep it warm.
Using an Oven
What you’ll need:
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Take your stack of injera and wrap it in aluminum foil, making sure it’s tightly sealed.
3. Place the wrapped injera in the oven and let it heat up for about 10 minutes.
4. After 10 minutes, remove the foil and check the injera for doneness. It should be warm and soft to the touch.
5. If it’s not heated through yet, you can rewrap it in foil and continue to heat it for another few minutes.
6. Once heated to your liking, remove the injera from the oven and serve it immediately.
Using a Steamer
What you’ll need:
Instructions:
1. Fill a pot with water and place it on the stove. Bring the water to a boil.
2. Once the water is boiling, place your steamer basket on top of the pot.
3. Stack your injera and place them in the steamer basket.
4. Cover the pot with a lid and let the injera steam for about 2-3 minutes.
5. Remove the lid and carefully flip the injera using tongs.
6. Let it steam for another minute or so until it is heated through.
7. Once heated, transfer the injera to a plate and cover it with a clean kitchen towel to keep it warm.
Final Thoughts
While a microwave can be a convenient way to reheat injera, it is by no means the only option. By using a skillet, oven, or steamer, you can easily heat up your injera without sacrificing its taste and texture. These methods are quick, easy, and don’t require any specialized equipment. So the next time you find yourself without a microwave, don’t fret. Give one of these methods a try and enjoy your delicious injera just as if it were freshly made!