The Teff seed is very tiny, measuring less than one millimeter in diameter. It’s a species of lovegrass native to Ethiopia, where it’s an important grain and used to make injera or keyta.

Teff is a gluten-free grain with a long list of health benefits, high-fiber food and a strong source of protein, manganese, iron and calcium which contributes to its role as a healthy, weight-managing and bone-strengthening food.