Drink
Buna (Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony)

Buna (Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony)

Ethiopia

45Minutes
MediumLevel
6Serves
9Steps
About

The heart of Ethiopian hospitality, where green coffee beans are roasted, ground and brewed fresh in a clay jebena and served in three rounds to guests.

Equipment
  • Heavy pan
  • Mortar and pestle or grinder
  • Jebena or small pot
  • Small cups
Ingredients
Green (raw) coffee beans1 cup
Water4 cups
Sugar (optional)to taste
Frankincense or incense (for the ceremony)optional

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