How to make Himbasha | Preparing Himbasha | ምርጥ ሂምባሻ | Ethiopian foods | Eritrean foods | Pancake

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar richness.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with added flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg replacer

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds ingredients.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: chia seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Chia seeds add texture and nutrition at a lower cost.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.

Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.

Incorporate melted butter and eggs into the dough, mixing until smooth.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a round loaf.

Place the loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Sprinkle black sesame seeds and raisins on top of the loaf.

Let the shaped loaf rise for another 30 minutes.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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