Eritrea Β· East Africa
Himbasha
Also known as αα₯α΅α΅
An Eritrean and Ethiopian celebration bread scored in a decorative radial pattern, sweetened and spiced with cardamom, cinnamon and sometimes raisins.
Method
Deck Oven, Decoratively Scored
Hydration
58%
water to flour
Glycemic index
67
Medium GI
Energy
330 kcal
per 100 g
Sensory profile
- sourness
- 1
- sweetness
- 6
- crispiness
- 2
- chewiness
- 4
- aroma
- 8
- moistness
- 6
Scale 0β10
Nutrition
per 100 g| Energy | 330 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 7.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 54 g |
| of which sugars | 12 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
Typical values; recipes vary.
Texture
- Sweet spiced crumb
- Decoratively scored top
Typical ingredients
- Wheat Flour
- Milk
- Yeast
- Salt
- Sugar
- Fat / Butter
- Dried Fruit
Similar breads
Closest sensory profiles in the Atlas.