Himbasha

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Himbasha is a celebration bread^[1] that is slightly sweet. It is often served at special occasions. It is prepared in a number of varieties, however the most distinctive flavoring is that of the ground cardamom seeds that lend it an exotic flavor.

The dough is given a decorative touch prior to baking. The design will vary in its detail but in general it is given the shape of a wheel with indentations to create a number of spokes. Points on each spoke will be connected with a corresponding point on a neighboring spoke with another indentation

Common additions to the recipe include ginger (candied) or raisins, although plain varieties are common as well.

Here is the recipe for Himbasha.

Himbasha Ingredients How much Doubled Baking Degrees Serves Directions

flour      2 liters        4 liters        385° preheat    8-10 people     Mix every ingredient together. 

baking powder 1 teaspoon 2 teaspoon Let it sit there for 30 minutes, so it can get bigger. vanilla sugar 1 teaspoon 2 teaspoon Bake it for 25 minutes sugar 1 cup 2 cup salt 1 teaspoon 2 teaspoon

(any type) oil     1/4     2/4                     

[edit] References

1. ^ Warren, Olivia (2000). Taste of Eritrea: Recipes from One of East Africa's Most Interesting Little Countries. Hippocrene Books, Inc.. ISBN 978-0-7818-0764-7.