Oils

Tesmi

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Ethiopia

A spiced clarified butter from the Tigray region, similar to niter kibbeh but with its own blend of herbs and spices. Used to enrich tihlo, tigrayan stews and festive breads.

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What it is

A closer look at Tesmi.

A spiced clarified butter from the Tigray region, similar to niter kibbeh but with its own blend of herbs and spices. Used to enrich tihlo, tigrayan stews and festive breads.

What to look for

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A golden, fragrant clarified butter with a slightly different spice profile than niter kibbeh; solid at room temperature.

Where it belongs

Origins and
traditions.

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Native to

Ethiopia

Country-wide tradition

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