Awaze
Ethiopian

Awaze

A fiery paste of berbere mixed with tej and niter kibbeh, sweetened with a hint of honey.

Easy15 min

Where it comes from

Awaze is a ubiquitous condiment in Ethiopian cuisine, often used to accompany meats and stews.

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What goes into it

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How it's made

  1. 1

    In a bowl, combine berbere and tej.

  2. 2

    Add melted niter kibbeh and mix thoroughly.

  3. 3

    Stir in minced garlic for added flavor.

  4. 4

    Mix in honey to balance the heat.

  5. 5

    Adjust consistency with more tej if needed.

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