Yeshimbra Assa -- Ethiopian Chickpea fish and Sauce Recipe

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Yeshimbra Assa -- Ethiopian Chickpea fish and Sauce
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Ingredients
13
Count
Nutrition
323
Calories
Total time
60
Minutes
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Ingredients:

  • 2 tsp salt
  • 3/4-1 cup water
  • 2 tbsp finely grated onions
  • 1 tsp finely chopped garlic
  • 2 cups finely chopped onions
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup berbere
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 tsp salt

Directions:

  1. Sift the flour, 2 teaspoons of salt and the white pepper into a deep bowl.
  2. Make a well in the centre and combine 3/4 cup water, the onions and garlic in the well.
  3. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the water and onions and, when blended, beat vigorously with a spoon or knead with your hands until the dough is smooth and can be gathered into a ball.
  4. If the dough crumbles, add up to 1/4 cup water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
  5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough until it is about 1/4 inch thick.
  6. With a small sharp knife, cut the dough into fish shapes about 3 inches long and 1 inch wide. If you like, you can use the point of the knife to decorate the top of each fish with scales and fins.
  7. Pour oil into a deep fryer or a large, heavy saucepan to a depth of 2-3 inches.
  8. Heat until it reaches 350 F and fry the fish for 3-4 minutes, turning them frequently until they puff slightly and are golden brown.
  9. As they brown, transfer them to paper towels to drain.
  10. Once you are done the fish you can make the sauce.
  11. In a heavy 10-12 inch wide pan (it's best if it's non-stick), cook the chopped onions for 5-6 minutes until they are soft and dry.
  12. Pour in the 1/4 cup oil and when it's hot add the berbere and garlic and stir for a minute.
  13. Pour in the 1 1/2 cups water and cook until the sauce is slightly thickened.
  14. Season with salt and then place the fish in the skillet and baste them with the sauce.
  15. Lower the heat, cover the pan and simmer for 30 minutes.
  16. To serve, arrange the fish on a platter and pour the sauce over them.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 322.72 Kcal (1351 kJ)
Calories from fat 111 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.33g 19%
Sodium 2116.57mg 88%
Potassium 484.72mg 10%
Total Carbs 36.64g 12%
Sugars 7.35g 29%
Dietary Fiber 10.33g 41%
Protein 10.84g 22%
Vitamin C 12.5mg 21%
Iron 2.4mg 13%
Calcium 48.9mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 144.71 Kcal (606 kJ)
Calories from fat 49.77 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.53g 19%
Sodium 949.09mg 88%
Potassium 217.35mg 10%
Total Carbs 16.43g 12%
Sugars 3.3g 29%
Dietary Fiber 4.63g 41%
Protein 4.86g 22%
Vitamin C 5.6mg 21%
Iron 1.1mg 13%
Calcium 21.9mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Find out how many calories should you eat.

Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 6.7
    Points
  • 7
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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