Ethiopian Berbere spice

Ethiopian Berbere – The Fire of Africa

Origin and production

This traditional blend originates from Ethiopia and Eritrea and combines carefully balanced spices for authentic African flavors. It's often used in "wats" – the typical stews made from meat, vegetables, or lentils.

Taste and aroma

Spicy, fiery, and deeply aromatic with a warming heat from chili and ginger. Cinnamon and allspice provide a spicy-sweet complexity, while cumin and fenugreek add an earthy depth.

Application

Perfect for braised dishes, barbecue marinades, and as a seasoning crust for meat. Ideal for seasoning lentil dishes, soups, and vegetable stews. Also suitable as a dry spice for rubbing in before roasting or grilling.

Health benefits

Contains anti-inflammatory spices like ginger and cumin. Chili stimulates the metabolism, and fenugreek supports digestion.

Ingredients

Chili, allspice, ginger, cumin, coriander, pepper, fenugreek, Ceylon cinnamon.