Ethiopian Beef Tibs Firfir
Tender seared beef cubes tossed with roasted flatbread, spiced butter, and fresh herbs—a rustic Ethiopian comfort dish ready in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin or tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter) or butter mixed with garlic, ginger, and cayenne
- 2 pieces injera or flatbread, torn into bite-sized pieces
- ½ medium onion, diced small
- 1 whole jalapeño or serrano pepper, minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro and parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Pat beef dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- 2
Tear injera or flatbread into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
- 3
Heat 1 tbsp niter kibbeh in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~90 seconds.
- 4
Sear beef in batches 2 minutes per side without stirring. Don't overcrowd the pan; work in two batches if needed.
- 5
Remove cooked beef to a plate. Lower heat to medium. Add remaining niter kibbeh to the pan.
- 6
Add diced onion and jalapeño. Sauté 2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- 7
Return beef to pan with bread pieces. Toss gently 1–2 minutes until bread is warm and beef is coated.
- 8
Remove from heat. Stir in fresh cilantro and parsley. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve immediately in a shallow bowl or on a platter.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet or wok (12-inch)
- paper towels
- wooden spoon or spatula
- shallow serving bowl or platter
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