Grain or Starch
Teff
About This Entry
Teff is a tiny Ethiopian grain with earthy, slightly sour ferment character in injera — its distinctive sourdough starch base pairs with Ethiopian honey wine, Syrah, and aromatic off-dry whites.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Why These Wines Work
Pinot Noir — Teff injera base earthy ferment suits Pinot Noir in Ethiopian grain service — distinct from teff flour flatbread grind.
Syrah Shiraz — Teff porridge also pairs with Syrah in spiced Ethiopian crossover bowls.
Earthy — Fermented teff injera aligns with earthy Pinot Noir and rustic red fruit.
Common Culinary Uses
- onion
- quinoa
At a Glance
Group
Whole Grains
Classification
Grains & Starches
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Eragrostis tef
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Teff
- Classification
- Grains & Starches
- Group
- Whole Grains
- Scientific name
- Eragrostis tef
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent