iSPICE: Berbere, Washington Post online

by Monica Bhide on February 15, 2010 · 2 comments

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Ethiopian spices seem so similar to Indian ones that when I first heard about berbere, I knew I had to try it. Berbere, an absolutely delightful mix of spices used extensively in Ethiopian cuisine, is unique to each household, as are so many such mixes. It can comprise garlic, chiles, fenugreek — and so much more.

Read more for an incredible recipe of Doro Wat by J.M. Hirsch who talks about raising why berbere and testosterone dont mix! Check out his informative site as well. 

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 Photo of Doro Wat provided by J.M. Hirsch. 

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Daniel Yu February 15, 2010 at 9:36 am

The link to Kalustyan’s is helpful for some of the hard to get ingredients in these flavorful dishes.

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debbie February 15, 2010 at 10:16 am

My husband has been begging me to attempt Ethiopian food at home (though his favorite dish on the menu is kitfo, and I ain’t going near raw meat). Perhaps doro wat will satisfy. Thanks!

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