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Yeshimbra Assa -- Ethiopian Chickpea "fish" And Sauce Recipe

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Ingredients

For the fritters .
2 tbsps finely grated onions .
2 c finely sliced onions .
1 tsp white pepper .
1 tsp salt .
1/2 c berbere .
1/4 c vegetable oil .
1 tbsp finely sliced garlic .
2 tsps salt .
3/4-1 c water .
3 c chickpea flour .
1 1/2 c water .
vegetable oil, for frying .
1 tsp finely sliced garlic .
For the sauce

Directions

Step #1 Sift the flour, 2 tsps of salt & the white pepper into a deep bowl.
Step #2 Make a well in the centre & mix 3/4 c water, the onions & garlic in the well.
Step #3 Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the water & onions and, when mixed, beat vigorously with a spoon or knead with your hands until the dough is smooth & can be gathered into a ball.
Step #4 If the dough crumbles, 1 tsp at a time, add up to 1/4 c water, until the dough comes together.
Step #5 On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough until it is about 1/4 inch thick.
Step #6 With a small sharp knife, cut the dough into fish shapes about 3 inches long & 1 inch wide.
Step #7 If you like, you can use the point of the knife to decorate the top of each "fish" with scales & fins.
Step #8 Pour oil into a deep fryer or a large, heavy saucepan to a depth of 2-3 inches.
Step #9 Heat until it reaches 350 F & fry the "fish" for 3-4 mins, turning them frequently until they puff slightly & are golden brown.
Step #10 As they brown, transfer them to paper towels to drain.
Step #11 Once you are done the fish you can make the sauce.
Step #12 In a heavy 10-12 inch wide pan (it's best if it's non-stick), cook the sliced onions for 5-6 mins until they are soft & dry.
Step #13 Pour in the 1/4 c oil & when it's hot add the berbere & garlic & stir for a min.
Step #14 Pour in the 1 1/2 c water & cook this until the sauce is slightly thickened.
Step #15 Spice up with salt & then place the "fish" in the skillet & baste them with the sauce.
Step #16 Lower the heat, cover the pan & let simmer for 30 mins.
Step #17 To serve, arrange the "fish" on a platter & pour the sauce over them.
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