Telba (Ethiopian flaxseed beverage)

Telba (Ethiopian flaxseed beverage)

Source: http://www.whats4eats.com/recipes.r_bevtelba.html

Serving 4-6

1 cup Flaxseed
6 cup Water
1 to 2 T Honey

Heat a cast-iron skillet over low heat. Add flaxseed and dry roast, stirring for about 5-10 minutes.  Remove from heat and cool. Place flaxseed in a spice grinder and grind to a powder.  Sieve into a bowl. Add water and stir.  Let set for about 10-20 minutes to allow solids to settle out.  Strain into a pitcher. Add honey and chill.

Notes: Telba Firfit: Mix telba with broken up pieces of injera bread and heat. Serve as a side dish. Telba is a mild laxative