Himbasha
Sign in to saveHimbasha () or Ambasha (), is an Ethiopian and Eritrean celebration bread that is slightly sweet. It became popular in Eritrean cuisine, often served at special occasions. It is prepared in a number of varieties depending on region and nationality with the main two being the quintessential Ethiopian variant, and the more distinctive Eritrean flavoring with raisins.
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- Himbasha
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- Prepared food.country
- Eritrea, Ethiopia
- Prepared food.region
- Eritrean Highlands, Amhara, Tigray
- Prepared food.type
- Sweet bread
- Prepared food.main_ingredient
- Cardamom seeds, candied ginger, raisins
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Himbasha () or Ambasha (), is an Ethiopian and Eritrean celebration bread that is slightly sweet. It became popular in Eritrean cuisine, often served at special occasions. It is prepared in a number of varieties depending on region and nationality with the main two being the quintessential Ethiopian variant, and the more distinctive Eritrean flavoring with raisins.
The dough is given a decorative touch before baking. The design varies in detail, but in general, is given the shape of a wheel with indentations to create several spokes (see picture).