Some Ethiopian expatriates are under the impression that eating raw meat is unhealthy. The act like eating raw meat is an uncivilized Ethiopian fad that should be stopped where it started, in Ethiopia.

Well dears, eating raw meat neither started in Ethiopia nor is it only practiced in Ethiopia. Not only is it perfectly health but it is also good for you.

A lot of people are a little bit intimidated about eating raw meat and fish, which is a great shame because I think they are really missing out," he said. "It is a very healthy and natural way of doing things." 1

A lot of Ethiopians suffer from Acid Reflux disease (more commonly known as ‘Cheguarayen Amemegne’) due to I don’t know what. I too suffered in the past. One of the things I did was eat raw meat to reduce the levels of acid in my stomach. Yap one of those traditional known medicines.

So expats, no need to look down upon Ethiopians who choose to eat it raw. No need to worry about Kosso. 

All you need is three ingredients:

• Berbere, which is what, is needed to make a good Awaze for Tire Sigga. I like my Awaze simple and somewhat thin, especially if it’s for Tire Sigga. My recipe for awaze, equal amounts of Berebere and Tej or any available Liquor; two table spoons of each is enough for single serving.  Depending on the flavor of the Berbere I might put some black pepper for extra kick.
• Injera, this is not a requirement but a preference.
• Fresh Meat, the fresher the better.

Now that my mouth is watery, I am going to the closest Ethiopian super store. In honor of our Megebwochachine, podcasted is Mohamud Ahmad's 60’s hit Atkilt FiraFire; which by the way is on my list of top Mohamud Songs. Eje YasQoretimal!

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