"Kurunfud" (ቁርንፍድ) refers to cloves, which are the dried flower buds of the clove tree. They are a popular spice known for their warm, sweet, and pungent flavor, often used in cooking and beverages like tea. In Ethiopian cuisine, kurunfud is a key ingredient in various dishes and is also used in traditional medicine for its potential health benefits, such as aiding digestion and relieving cold symptoms.