YeAja Atmit (Ethiopian Cream of Oatmeal) Recipe

Atmit is an excellent, nutritious beverage that resembles a thin, filling porridge. Atmit, which has its origins in Ethiopia, is a widely consumed comfort beverage there that both kids and adults love. Several cereals and ingredients can be used to make it. As a result, Atmit recipes might differ greatly.

Atmit is also utilized as a nutritional supplement to prevent famine during dry seasons because it is easily digestible and has a high protein and calorie content. Atmit is a great approach to give malnourished patients critical nutrients because solid foods are hard for them to digest.

Ingredients Required to Make YeAja Atmit

  • 1 cup of oat flour
  • 4 cups of water
  • 1 cup of milk
  • 2 tsp of Niter Kibbeh (Ethiopian clarified butter)
  • 2 tbsp of honey

How to Make YeAja Atmit (Step-by-Step Tutorial)

  1. Mix the oat flour with milk and water, and start boiling it for 20 min. while continuously stirring until the mixture gets creamy and smooth.
  2. Then add the Niter Kibbeh and honey, and continue stirring for a bit until all the ingredients are well mixed.
  3. Remove your YeAja Atmit from heat and serve hot.

Equipment Recommendations to Make YeAja Atmit

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YeAja Atmit Recipe

YeAja Atmit (Ethiopian Cream of Oatmeal) Recipe

YeAja Atmit (Ethiopian Cream of Oatmeal) Recipe

Recipe by Sara Seife

Atmit is an excellent, nutritious beverage that resembles a thin, filling porridge. Atmit, which has its origins in Ethiopia, is a widely consumed comfort beverage there that both kids and adults love. Several cereals and ingredients can be used to make it. As a result, Atmit recipes might differ greatly.

Course: Drinks, BreakfastCuisine: EthiopianDifficulty: Easy
Servings

5

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Directions

  • Mix the oat flour with milk and water, and start boiling it for 20 min. while continuously stirring until the mixture gets creamy and smooth.
  • Then add the Niter Kibbeh and honey, and continue stirring for a bit until all the ingredients are well mixed.
  • Remove your YeAja Atmit from heat and serve hot.
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Sara Z. Bayou

Sara Z. Bayou

Sara is a cultural storyteller and food enthusiast with a passion for preserving Ethiopia’s heritage. With a background in anthropology and culinary arts, she curates Ethiopian Roots’ recipes, cultural deep-dives, and travel guides. Sara’s expertise is further showcased in her acclaimed cookbook, “Vegetarian Ethiopia: 60 Timeless Recipes of Authentic Ethiopian,” where she expertly guides readers through the vibrant flavors and nutritional wonders of Ethiopian vegetarian cuisine.

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