What’s out Addis food tips
Time and Servings Prep: 15m Cook: 10m Serves: 4 Ingredients 250g penne pasta 1 tbsp olive oil 200g thickly sliced button mushrooms 6 fresh thyme sprigs, leaves removed 1 barbecue chicken, bones removed, meat and skin shredded 40g packet French Onion Soup mix 60g baby spinach 375ml (1 1/2 cups) Full Cream Milk 125ml (1/2 cup) […]
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These buttery Easter Bunny sandwich biscuits are filled with bright lemon flavor and make a delightful treat for the whole family—perfect for Easter celebrations. Ingredients 250 g unsalted butter (room temperature) 150 g icing sugar (plus extra for dusting) Zest of 2 lemons, finely grated 2 egg yolks 350 g plain flour 100–200 g lemon
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In Ethiopia, food is not just something to be eaten; it is something to be understood. Long before the word ‘nutrition’ was in use, a cuisine grew “on rhythm, restraint, and recurrence. ” The main focus of eating was not to get the most out of it, but to observe. One can ascertain balance through
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A Journey Through Beloved Snack Foods In Ethiopia, snacks are more than something to nibble on—they are a way of connecting, sharing, and celebrating together. Koreshem! a local expression meaning “bite the crispy,” perfectly captures the joy found in these simple yet meaningful foods. Every bite tells a story, passed between hands, enjoyed during moments
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Why it’s perfect Rich, indulgent, and romantic Ready in 15 minutes Minimal ingredients Ingredients: 100 g dark chocolate ½ cup butter 2 eggs ¼ cup sugar 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 1 tsp vanilla essence Pinch of salt Cocoa powder or powdered sugar (for dusting) Instructions: Preheat the oven to 200°C. Grease two small ramekins or oven-safe cups.
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INGREDIENTS: 2 tbsp niter kibbeh (Ethiopian spiced clarified butter) 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece ginger, minced 2 tbsp berbere spice 500g sirloin beef, cut into 1-inch cubes Salt, to taste Lemon juice, to taste Injera, for serving Instructions: Prepare the sauce: In a saucepan, melt the niter kibbeh over medium
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INGREDIENTS: 4 lamb shanks (1.5–2 lbs / 700–900 g) 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 large onion (chopped), 6 garlic cloves (minced) 2 tsp rosemary, 2 tsp thyme, 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp chili flakes Salt & pepper, 1 cup red wine, 2 cups stock, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp honey 1 lb baby
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TIf you’re craving authentic Italian cuisine in Addis, Capri Ristorante Italiano is the place to be. Nestled in the heart of Bole Road, just across from Cactus Plaza, this charming new restaurant brings a slice of Italy right into the city. A few of us from the office recently visited, and it was an experience
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INGREDIENTS • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced) • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese • ½ cup cream cheese (softened) • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 tsp Italian seasoning • Salt and pepper, to taste • 4 large flour tortillas • 1 cup fresh spinach or lettuce (optional) • Olive oil (for cooking
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INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 to 2 green bell peppers, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat) Salt, to taste 6 medium-sized fresh tomatoes, diced (or 1 28-ounce can of whole
