World Flavors Cookbook

Himasha (Honey and Sesame Bread)

A traditional honey-sweetened bread topped with sesame seeds, popular among the Oromo people.

Cuisine: Ethiopia

Ingredients

• 500g wheat flour
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp yeast
• Milk as needed

Instructions

1. Mix flour, yeast, and honey.
2. Add warm milk to form a soft dough.
3. Let rise for 45 minutes.
4. Shape into rounds and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
5. Bake at 180°C until golden.