Mit’mit’a Ethiopian Spice Recipe

The Mit'mit'a spice blend is a traditional Ethiopian herb and spice mixture that adds a unique flavor profile to a variety of dishes. This recipe reflects the essence of African culinary traditions, allowing you to recreate the authentic taste of Ethiopian cuisine in your own kitchen. 

Own Your Spice Recipes

The beauty of this spice blend lies in its accessibility; all the ingredients required to make the Mit'mit'a blend can be easily found at your local grocery store. Whether you're looking to enhance the flavor of meats, vegetables, or stews, preparing this exquisite spice blend will elevate your meals and bring a touch of Ethiopia right to your dining table.

There are more exciting spices in your food life than just salt and pepper. The basic art of traditional African cooking lies in the blending of herbs and spices to yield delicate distinctions in the flavor of food. Add taste to your everyday vegetables, poultry, lamb, beef, pork, BBQ and chutneys with Mit’mit’a Spice Recipe. No more excuses for serving your family and friends boring ordinary food. Just like all of The African Gourmet recipes all the ingredients for the Ethiopian Mit'mit'a spice recipe are found at your local grocery store.

Ethiopian Mit’mit’a Spice Recipe

Yield about 1/4 cup

Ingredients
2 tablespoons dried ground piri piri pepper
1 teaspoon cardamom
½ teaspoon cloves
1 teaspoon salt

Directions
Mix all ingredients in a bowl and store in airtight container away from light and heat.

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Nelson's Spice Story

Nelson had always been fascinated by the rich flavors of Ethiopian cuisine, often reminiscing about his grandmother's meals that were bursting with spices and warmth. One rainy afternoon, inspired by her legacy, he decided to recreate the Mit'mit'a spice blend that had enchanted his taste buds as a child. 

He gathered dried piri piri pepper, cardamom, cloves, and salt from his local grocery store, a treasure trove of scents filling his cozy kitchen. As he mixed the ingredients in a small bowl, he could practically hear his grandmother's voice guiding him, reminding him to blend them with care and love. 

With the vibrant mix safely stored in an airtight container, Nelson felt a wave of satisfaction wash over him, knowing that he was not just making a spice blend but reviving memories and traditions that connected him to his roots, ready to share this flavor of home with his friends and family.

Happy Ethiopian Spice Day