Spicy Beef Tibs
Seared beef cubes tossed with warming spices, fresh ginger, and chili in a skillet, served on torn injera or flatbread. Pure Ethiopian comfort in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin or chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1.5 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1.5 tbsp berbere spice blend
- 1 medium red onion, sliced into thin half-moons
- 1 medium fresh jalapeño, thinly sliced (seeds optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 4 pieces injera or flatbread for serving
Instructions
- 1
Pat beef dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 3
Working in batches if needed, sear beef without stirring until edges brown, ~90 seconds per side. Transfer to a plate.
- 4
In the same skillet, sauté ginger and berbere 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- 5
Add red onion and jalapeño. Stir-fry 3 minutes until onion softens and edges begin to char.
- 6
Return beef to the skillet with any juices. Toss gently with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Serve warm over injera.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or wok
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- paper towels
- wooden spoon
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