Ethiopian Cuisine
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Tej

Tej is a traditional Ethiopian honey wine that is mildly sweet and often infused with a unique bitter herb called 'gesho' leaves, which gives it a distinct flavor. It is a culturally significant drink, commonly served during social gatherings, religious ceremonies, and celebrations.

3 ingredients
sweetbitterfruityherbal
Ethiopian85%
Arabian15%

Ingredients

  • honey
    2 cups
  • water
    4 cups
  • gesho leaves (Rhamnus prinoides)
    1 cup

Method

Steps not available

Tej has been produced in Ethiopia for centuries, with its origins rooted in indigenous fermentation practices involving honey and local herbs, symbolizing hospitality and community.

Ingredient ancestry breakdown

ingredients+techniques
Arabian15%
fermentation influence
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