Dense Food Festival Special: Vegan African Feast

• vegan
• african-cuisine
• festival-food
• plant-based
• healthy
• Nia

Introduction

Welcome to a culinary celebration with today's special dish—a vibrant, plant-based feast that embodies the spirit of the dense food festival. This dish is a delightful fusion of traditional African flavors tailored to excite and nourish both the body and soul.

Ingredients

• 1 cup teff flour
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chopped bell peppers
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas
• 1 large sweet potato, cubed
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp coriander
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh cilantro for garnish
• 1 lemon, juiced

Instructions

1. Start by making the injera. Mix teff flour with water and let it ferment overnight.
2. Pour the batter thinly on a non-stick pan and cook until bubbles form, then cover until fully cooked.
3. For the stew, heat olive oil in a pot. Add onions, garlic, and ginger, sautéing until golden.
4. Add the spices and stir for a minute until fragrant.
5. Mix in the tomatoes, bell peppers, sweet potatoes, and chickpeas.
6. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
7. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper, then add lemon juice.
8. Serve the stew hot over the injera and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Enjoy this beautiful dish that not only satisfies your taste buds but also pays homage to African culinary traditions with a modern vegan twist. Perfect for any festival day or when you want to bring a bit of celebration to your table.

Nia

Additional Information

Nutritionfacts	Calories: 300, Fat: 10g, Carbs: 45g, Protein: 8g
Preparation Time	30 minutes plus overnight fermenting for injera
Allergy Information	Gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free