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Ethiopian lava rock grilling is a traditional method of cooking food on heated volcanic rock slabs.
Origin: Ethiopian people (Traditional/Ancient) — Ethiopia (highlands)
See full technique reference →The high temperatures (~400–500 °C) cause rapid Maillard browning and caramelization of surface sugars, while conduction from the rock keeps the interior moist. The process also generates volatile aromatic compounds that impart a smoky, charred flavor.
Primary Reaction
Maillard reaction and caramelization
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