Honey Bread from Ethiopia Yermarina Yewotet Dabo

Experience the warm, aromatic allure of Ethiopian cuisine with Yermarina Yewotet Dabo, a traditional honey bread that’s both tender and richly flavored. Infused with the delicate sweetness of honey and the warming spices of cardamom and cinnamon, this golden loaf is a cultural delight that melts in your mouth. Perfectly balanced with a light, airy texture, it incorporates a mix of all-purpose flour, warm milk, and yeast, while butter and egg add a touch of richness. This bread is easy to make, with just a few steps of kneading and rising, and fills your home with the irresistible fragrance of fresh-baked spiced bread. Ideal for breakfast, paired with a hot cup of coffee or tea, or as an exotic addition to your dinner breadbasket, this Ethiopian favorite will make every meal feel special. Try your hand at baking this unique honey bread and savor the comforting flavors of a traditional Ethiopian recipe in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Warm milk
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm milk. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, ground cardamom, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove it from the heat and stir in the honey until well combined.

Step 4

Beat the egg in a small bowl and add it to the butter-honey mixture. Ensure the mixture isn't too hot when adding the egg to prevent it from scrambling.

Step 5

Pour the yeast mixture and the butter-honey-egg mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.

Step 6

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 7

Lightly oil a large bowl with the vegetable oil and place the dough inside. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round or loaf baking pan.

Step 9

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a ball or loaf, depending on your preferred baking pan. Place the dough into the prepared pan.

Step 10

Cover the dough loosely and let it rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until slightly puffy.

Step 11

Once risen, bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 12

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(973.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2807.2

Total Fat 70.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 363.5mg	0%
Sodium 1422.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 482.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 111.0g
Protein 68.1g	0%

Vitamin D 151.8IU	0%
Calcium 438.8mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 1196.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.3%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 68.1%