Bread
Ambasha (Himbasha)

Ambasha (Himbasha)

Ethiopia

60Minutes
MediumLevel
8Serves
9Steps
About

A mildly sweet, cardamom-scented celebration bread of the Tigray region, scored into a decorative wheel and baked for weddings and holidays.

Equipment
  • Large bowl
  • Baking tray
  • Knife
  • Oven
Ingredients
Plain or bread flour4 cups
Instant yeast2 tsp
Sugar3 tbsp
Salt1 tsp
Ground cardamom1 tsp
Oil3 tbsp
Warm water1½ cups
Black sesame seeds1 tbsp
Raisins (optional)¼ cup

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