• Brundo Spice Company Bessobela, Ethiopian Sacred Basil
  • Shouro/Shiro Mitten made with Bessobela, Ethiopian Sacred Basil
  • Pasta dinner sprinkled with Bessobela, Ethiopian Sacred Basil
  • Pasta dinner sprinkled with Bessobela, Ethiopian Sacred Basil
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Bessobela | Basil

Bessobela | Basil

$ 12.00 USD
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Bessobela, also known as “Sacred Basil,” offers a delightful, fruity element to a number of Ethiopian dishes and spice blends.

This purple flower is handpicked and sun-dried to preserve its unusual, yet elegant tones. You’ll recognize this bold flavor in many culinary favorites including Shiro, Berbere, and even teas!

Suggested uses: Shiro, Doro Wot Pizza, Ethiopian Tomato Dip, Bessobela Pasta, or add to teas

Other names: Besobela / Besobila / Beso bela 

Ingredients: Bessobela (dried Sacred Basil)
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imported and crafted in ethiopia

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imported and crafted in ethiopia

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imported and crafted in ethiopia

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imported and crafted in ethiopia

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imported and crafted in ethiopia

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imported and crafted in ethiopia

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imported and crafted in ethiopia

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imported and crafted in ethiopia

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imported and crafted in ethiopia

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Brundo translates to good food in a messob, the traditional basket that Ethiopian food is often served in.

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