Ethiopian · PANTRYHOP RECIPE
Dabo Kolo
35 minutes · 6 servings · vegetarian
Dabo kolo is a classic crunchy Ethiopian snack; this baked version avoids deep-frying.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon mild paprika or berbere
Let’s make it
- Mix flour, salt, sugar, oil, and water into a stiff dough.
- Roll into small ropes and cut into tiny bite-size pieces.
- Toss with paprika or a little berbere and spread on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 190 C/375 F for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring once, until crisp.
Make the pieces very small so they are easy for children to nibble.
Cooking time varies with equipment and batch size. Follow school allergy rules for children’s meals; keep perishable lunches cold.
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