Chechebsa (Ethiopian Fried Bread)

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Flatbread (Injera or Pita)
• 2 tablespoons Clarified Butter (Niter Kibbeh)
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1/2 teaspoon Berbere Spice Blend

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Tear or cut the 2 pieces of Flatbread (Injera or Pita) into small, bite-sized pieces.
2. 2Place a 25.4 cm skillet over medium heat, which is about 150°C.
3. 3Add the 2 tablespoons of Clarified Butter (Niter Kibbeh) to the skillet and let it melt completely.
4. 4Add the torn flatbread pieces to the skillet and stir them around in the melted butter. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flatbread pieces are lightly toasted and slightly crispy.
5. 5Add the 1 tablespoon of Honey and the 1/2 teaspoon of Berbere Spice Blend to the skillet. Stir everything together well to coat the toasted flatbread evenly.
6. 6Continue to cook for 1 more minute, stirring constantly, until the honey is melted and the spices are fragrant.
7. 7Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the Chechebsa warm.

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