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Nifro (Boiled Whole Wheat, Chickpeas, and Fava Beans Tossed in Oil)
A hearty, traditional medley of plump boiled whole wheat berries and tender legumes dressed simply with spiced oil and sea salt.
The story
Nifro is an ancient dish prepared across all administrative regions of Ethiopia, widely valued for its grounding, earthy sustenance. It holds deep religious and ritual significance, commonly distributed at church gatherings, memorial feasts (taziar), and throughout Orthodox Christian fasting seasons. The secret to a perfect batch lies in pre-soaking and timing the addition of each grain and legume so that all components reach a tender, toothsome texture simultaneously without turning to mush.
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