Engotcha and The Rich Culinary Heritage of Ethiopian Jews

This is a traditional dish popular among Ethiopian Jews. Learn how to make Engotcha by using this simple recipe. Here you will find all the ingredients you need to make this traditional Ethiopian dish with all the necessary directions.

Ingredients Required to Make Engotcha

  • 2 cups wheat flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 packet yeast
  • ¾ cup water

How to Make Engotcha (Step-by-Step Tutorial)

  1. Begin by soaking the sugar and yeast in a quarter cup of warm water for about 15 minutes.
  2. In a separate small-sized bowl, add half a cup of water and mix the egg.
  3. Add the wheat flour to a mid-sized bowl and add the egg-water mix, and mix them together thoroughly until the dough becomes clumpy and thick.
  4. Add the yeast mix to the dough and start kneading the dough thoroughly again.
  5. Cover the kneaded dough with a clean cloth and let it sit for an hour or so until it rises.
  6. Pre-heat your oven to 300°, then tear about 5 pieces from the dough. These should be enough to make 5 average-sized Engochas, which are about 6 – 7 inches wide each.
  7. Place the 5 pieces of dough on a greased oven platter and back them in the oven for approximately 30 min. In the end, the Engocha will have a nice golden color.
  8. When ready, serve with honey for dipping.

Equipment Recommendations to Make Engotcha

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Engotcha Recipe

Engotcha Recipe

Engotcha Recipe

Recipe by Sara Z. Bayou

This is a traditional dish popular among Ethiopian Jews. Learn how to make Engotcha by using this simple recipe. Here you will find all the ingredients you need to make this traditional Ethiopian dish with all the necessary directions.

Course: Appetizers, Breakfast, SnacksCuisine: EthiopianDifficulty: Intermediate
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups wheat flour

  • 1 egg

  • 1 tbsp sugar

  • 1 packet yeast

  • ¾ cup water

Directions

  • Begin by soaking the sugar and yeast in a quarter cup of warm water for about 15 minutes.
  • In a separate small-sized bowl, add half a cup of water and mix the egg.
  • Add the wheat flour to a mid-sized bowl and add the egg-water mix, and mix them together thoroughly until the dough becomes clumpy and thick.
  • Add the yeast mix to the dough and start kneading the dough thoroughly again.
  • Cover the kneaded dough with a clean cloth and let it sit for an hour or so until it rises.
  • Pre-heat your oven to 300°, then tear about 5 pieces from the dough. These should be enough to make 5 average-sized Engochas, which are about 6 – 7 inches wide each.
  • Place the 5 pieces of dough on a greased oven platter and back them in the oven for approximately 30 min. In the end, the Engocha will have a nice golden color.
  • When ready, serve with honey for dipping.

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Sara Z. Bayou

Sara Z. Bayou

Sara is a cultural storyteller and food enthusiast with a passion for preserving Ethiopia’s heritage. With a background in anthropology and culinary arts, she curates Ethiopian Roots’ recipes, cultural deep-dives, and travel guides. Sara’s expertise is further showcased in her acclaimed cookbook, “Vegetarian Ethiopia: 60 Timeless Recipes of Authentic Ethiopian,” where she expertly guides readers through the vibrant flavors and nutritional wonders of Ethiopian vegetarian cuisine.

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