Description
Ethiopian Raw Spiced Beef, also known as Kitfo, is a traditional dish featuring finely chopped raw beef seasoned with clarified butter, mitmita spice blend, salt, and fresh cilantro. It’s a flavorful, quick-to-prepare dish typically served fresh or after marinating to enhance its rich and spicy flavors.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 pound raw beef, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons clarified butter (niter kibbeh)
- 2 teaspoons mitmita spice blend
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh minced cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the beef: In a mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped raw beef and salt to evenly distribute the seasoning.
- Add fats and spices: Add the clarified butter and mitmita spice blend to the beef mixture, mixing thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Marinate (optional): Serve the beef immediately for a fresh taste or allow it to marinate for a few hours to deepen the flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, garnish the dish with freshly minced cilantro for added aroma and freshness.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality beef suitable for raw consumption to ensure safety and flavor.
- Niter kibbeh is a clarified spiced butter commonly used in Ethiopian cuisine; if unavailable, you can substitute with regular clarified butter but the flavor may vary.
- Mitmita is a potent Ethiopian chili spice blend; adjust quantity to taste based on spice tolerance.
- Consume raw beef dishes responsibly and ensure all ingredients are stored properly to avoid foodborne illnesses.
