Teff: Ethiopia's Most Important Crop and Cultural Staple

The video explores the cultural significance of teff in Ethiopia, highlighting its role in class distinctions and its use in making injera, a staple bread. It delves into Ethiopian eating customs, including the Gorsha ceremony, and discusses the Ethiopian community in the US, focusing on their culinary entrepreneurship. The video concludes with the growing global demand for teff and its potential for agricultural expansion.

What type of teff was traditionally consumed by the upper class in Ethiopia?

• White teff

• Brown teff

• Red teff

• Black teff

In which countries are variants of injera known as kanjiro and laho?

• Eritrea and Djibouti

• Uganda and Tanzania

• Somalia and Yemen

• Kenya and Sudan

During Ethiopian Orthodox fasting days, what is prohibited from being consumed?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Meat and dairy products

• Bread and grains

• Fish and eggs

What is the purpose of the Ethiopian eating ceremony called Gorsha?

• To celebrate a wedding

• To mark the end of fasting

• To strengthen bonds of friendship and love

• To honor ancestors

What has the increased demand for teff led to in places like Nevada and Kansas?

• New agricultural opportunities

• A shortage of teff

• A decrease in teff prices

• A decline in Ethiopian restaurants