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Gebs Atmit

ገብስ አጥሚት

Thin nourishing barley porridge/drink sweetened and optionally enriched with milk and niter kibbeh.

~25–35 min Easy Serves 5Fasting
Watch how to make Gebs Atmit

Method

  1. 1

    Whisk smooth: Whisk roasted barley flour into water before heating.

  2. 2

    Cook gently: Cook over low heat with honey until the texture resembles a drinkable thin porridge.

  3. 3

    Finish enrichment: Stir in optional milk and niter kibbeh and heat through.

Cook's notes

  • Starting cold/smooth is the easiest way to prevent lumps.
  • Atmit should be pourable; add water or milk if it becomes too thick.
  • For a fasting version, both dairy components need plant-based substitutions verified separately.

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