The Ethiopian Kitchen

Immerse yourself in Ethiopian cuisine and explore its exciting flavors in over 100 authentic, easy-to-make recipes.

Full of flavor, stories, and culinary history, The Ethiopian Kitchen is a comprehensive cookbook that will take you on a gastronomic journey throughout the country of Ethiopia.

Fasicka Hicks, the co-owner of Smoke ‘N Ash BBQ in Arlington, Texas—named one of the New York Times’ most exciting restaurants of 2022—and her sister, Metasebia Afework, share theirfamily recipes and stories from growing up in Addis Ababa, while coauthor Shan Wong, an expert in food cultures, delves into Ethiopia’s rich culinary heritage. In this colorful cookbook, explore:
 

• An introduction to Ethiopian cuisine and culinary heritage
• An overview of Ethiopian ingredients and cooking equipment
• The foundations of flavors, including spice blends (such as berbere, mitmita, mekelesha) and sauces (such as awaze, kochkocha, daala)
• Over 100 traditional recipes, including breads, wat, specialties, sides, salads, snacks, drinks, and sweets 
• Ethio-international recipes (recipes with Texas barbecue, Italian, Mexican, Vietnamese, and Japanese influences) 
• An Ethiopian glossary 
• And more! 

Along with stunning photography of the food and Ethiopian landscape and tips for finding ingredients, The Ethiopian Kitchen will have you experiencing this vibrant cuisine beyond the platters at your local Ethiopian restaurant.