Elibet (Ethiopian Hummus)

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 16
Elibet (Ethiopian Hummus) Recipe
in Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours and 10 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups dried broad beans ( baqueella )
1 cup sunflower seeds
4 tablespoons lemon juice
4 garlic cloves , crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 cups water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
390
Sugar
2g
Fat
15g
Elibet (Ethiopian Hummus) is a traditional Ethiopian dish that is made with baqueella, a type of dried broad beans, sunflower seeds, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt. It's a great alternative to traditional hummus recipes made with chickpeas. Baqueella and sunflower seeds provide a unique texture and flavor to the dish, making it a great option for vegetarians and vegans. Elibet is typically eaten as a snack or appetizer with flatbread or pita. It's a healthy and nutritious dish that you can enjoy as part of your regular diet.

Instructions

1.Sort and rinse the baqueella and sunflower seeds. Soak the baqueella in water overnight, keep the water.
2.On medium-high heat, cook the baqueella with water from the soaking and with additional 5 cups of water until it gets soft, it may take 1-2 hours, add water if needed.
3.Rinse the sunflower seeds with cold water to remove any dirt.
4.In a blender, blend the sunflower seeds until smooth.
5.Add crushed garlic and salt, blend again until mixed.
6.Add the cooked baqueella to the blender, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 4 tablespoons of lemon juice, blend the mixture until smooth.
7.Taste and add more salt or lemon if needed.
8.Serve cold with a piece of flatbread or pita.

PROS

Elibet (Ethiopian Hummus) is high in protein, fiber, and iron.

It’s an excellent vegetarian and vegan alternative to traditional hummus recipes, made with chickpeas.

It’s a healthy snack or appetizer option that you can enjoy on its own or with your favorite vegetable or cracker.

CONS

The preparation time for this recipe is long.
You need to soak the baqueella overnight and then cook it for 1-2 hours until it gets soft.
The texture of the Elibet may be a little grainy because of the sunflower seeds.
Some people may not like the texture.

The sunflower seeds may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Elibet (Ethiopian Hummus) is high in fiber, which helps improve digestion and keeps you fuller for longer periods.
It’s an excellent source of protein and iron, which are essential nutrients for muscle building and blood cell production.
Garlic, one of the main ingredients in this recipe, has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that help promote immune health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

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