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https://www.southernturk.versust.com/recipe/single-serving-injera-pizza
Printed September 2, 2026
Printed September 2, 2026
Solo Servings
Single-Serving Injera Pizza
Ethiopian injera meets Italian pizza in this fusion flatbread that's tangy, crispy, and topped with spiced vegetables and cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 small injera (or substitute: 1 small sourdough flatbread)
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon berbere spice
- 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/4 cup cooked lentils
- 2 tablespoons diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons diced bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Crumbled feta (optional)
Preparation
This recipe was born from a leftover injera and a pizza craving—the happy accident that proves fusion food can be both respectful and delicious. The tangy injera creates an unexpectedly perfect pizza base.
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place the injera on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Mix the tomato sauce with berbere spice and spread it evenly over the injera.
- In a small bowl, toss the lentils, onion, and bell pepper with olive oil.
- Sprinkle half the mozzarella on the injera, add the vegetable-lentil mixture, then top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the edges of the injera are crispy.
- Remove from oven, top with fresh cilantro and feta if using, and serve immediately.
The berbere spice bridges the Ethiopian and Italian elements beautifully, creating a flavor profile that's entirely its own.
