Makulaya | Spice Blend

Makulaya | Spice Blend

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The art of spice blending is rooted in balance and flavor. Brundo’s Makulaya Sauteeing Spice Mix “blends” these two elements into a full-bodied seasoning combination sure to transform your next sauteed dish.

This combination of sun-dried, organic spices and herbs bursts with flavor while seamlessly complementing each other.

Commonly used as a thickening agent for wot dishes, our Makulaya spice blend offers a wide variety of uses from Misser Wot to traditional pasta sauces.

Abish (Fenugreek), Tikur Azmud (Nigella Seed), garlic, ginger, Netch Azmud (Caraway Seed), Kundo Berbere (Black Pepper)

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imported and crafted in ethiopia

በኢትዮጵያ የተሰራ

imported and crafted in ethiopia

ብሩንብሩን

imported and crafted in ethiopia

ብሩንብሩን

imported and crafted in ethiopia

በኢትዮጵያ የተሰራ

imported and crafted in ethiopia

ብሩንብሩን

imported and crafted in ethiopia

ብሩንብሩን

imported and crafted in ethiopia

በኢትዮጵያ የተሰራ

imported and crafted in ethiopia

ብሩንብሩን

imported and crafted in ethiopia

ብሩንብሩን

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Recipes

Plate of Begue Wot (Ethiopian Lamb Stew), served with shiro mitten over injera

Begue Wot (Ethiopian Lamb Stew)

Misser Wot (Spicy Berbere Red Lentils), served with atakilt over injera

Misser Wot (Spicy Berbere Red Lentils)

Doro Wot (Chicken Stew with Egg)

Doro Wot (Chicken Stew with Egg)

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ከኢትዮጵያ ልብ Rooted in Ethiopia. Made for Every Kitchen.

ethiopian essentials

The flavors you think of when you think about Ethiopian cooking.

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brundo’s blends

Explore more flavor profiles from Ethiopia.

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seeds & herbs

Single origin heirlooms that work in many cuisines.

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frequently asked questions

what does single origin mean at brundo?

Fetlework early on tried buying the full harvest from some of our farmers and one said - “If I sell it all to you, what will I do on market days?” Business is a part of the social fabric in Ethiopia - so for that reason we combine micro lots from the same growing regions sourced from local growers, foragers and partner farms.

The flavor profiles in our spices directly reflect the local soil, altitude, and climate, often resulting in distinct, specialized taste notes. Ethiopia has a lot of geographical diversity, with a massive central highland plateau split by the Great Rift Valley, flanked by low-lying deserts. Our microclimates are largely due to altitude rather than latitude, creating three main zones: hot lowlands (Kolla), temperate highlands (Woyna Dega), and cool alpine areas (Dega), causing dramatic microclimate variations within short distances. We plant seeds that have grown in these lands for centuries - creating unique heirloom varieties.

Our spices are processed using ancestral methods that include sun drying, fire roasting and hand sorting. The same ancient and simultaneously innovative techniques and terroir that made Ethiopian single origin coffee highly sought after are shared in our single origin spices and herbs.

Where does the name Brundo come from?

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

What products should I buy to start?

If you are just learning to cook Ethiopian food, start with our Ethiopian Essentials. Berbere is the best if you are only getting one thing.

If you’re building out your spice cabinet with really quality spices, shop the seeds and herbs to get single origin, heirloom spices.

How do I contact Brundo?

Email is the best - info@brundo.com

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Brundo Spice Company brings the richness of East African spices and culinary traditions to contemporary kitchens through ethical sourcing, traditional vibrant flavor, and cultural exchange.