Can I use regular barley flour instead of Besso Duket?

While Besso Duket is roasted and has a distinct nutty flavor, you can lightly toast regular barley flour in a dry pan until fragrant as a substitute.

What if my smoothie is too thick?

Simply add a little more cold water, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

Can I make this smoothie ahead of time?

It's best enjoyed fresh, but you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Give it a good stir or quick re-blend before serving.

Is this smoothie gluten-free?

No, barley contains gluten. For a gluten-free option, you would need to substitute the Besso Duket with a gluten-free flour like oat flour (ensure it's certified gluten-free) or a gluten-free protein powder, though the flavor profile will change significantly.

Besso Smoothie Recipe

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Barley is a popular cereal crop in Ethiopia. It is consumed as a snack slightly roasted to make Kolo, or roasted and ground to make Besso Duket (roasted barley flour), which can be mixed with water and honey to make a tasty, filling, and nutritious breakfast or snack. And it will even taste better when some fruits are added to the mix! Here is a simple recipe that you can follow to make Besso Smoothie at home.

Author: Sara Bayou
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 3 servings 1x
Category: Drinks
Method: Blend
Cuisine: Ethiopian
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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0.5 cup (120 ml / 75g) of Besso Duket (roasted barley flour)
2 peeled and seeded mangoes
2 cups (480 ml) of cold water
1 tsp (5 ml / 7g) of honey
4 ice cubes

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Instructions

Start by chopping the peeled and seeded mangoes. Then place them in a blender along with the Besso Duket (roasted barley flour), 2 cups of cold water, a teaspoon of honey and 4 ice cubes.
Blend them all together thoroughly, and serve fresh.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 240g
Calories: 116 kcal
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 10mg
Fat: 0.5g
Saturated Fat: 0.1g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Find it online: https://ethiopianroots.com/besso-smoothie-recipe/