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Ethiopian Cuisine: Crunchy Kolo recipe from barley grains | 2022

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Ethiopian Kolo

Cultural Context

Kolo is a traditional Ethiopian snack made from roasted barley, often enjoyed during social gatherings and celebrations. This simple yet flavorful snack highlights the importance of grains in Ethiopian cuisine and is commonly served alongside drinks. Today, Kolo has gained popularity beyond Ethiopia, with variations including different spices and nuts, making it a versatile treat worldwide.

EthiopianETsnack
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup barley kernels
¼ cup dried chickpeas
¼ cup peanuts
½ tsp berbere
¼ tsp salt
2 tsp purified ghee

barley

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa provides a similar texture while being gluten-free.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

1

On a pan in an oven, roast the barley and chickpeas until they get crunchy and begin to crackle, turning and tossing them occasionally.

2

When these two or three items are crunchy, put them in a bowl and dust them lightly with berbere and purified ghee.

3

You can sprinkle a little salt over the Kolo to suit your taste.

Cooking Techniques

roasting

Equipment Needed

panovenbowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

KoloRoasted Barley Snack

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