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Ethiopian · PANTRYHOP RECIPE

Tibs with Injera

35 minutes · 4 servings · omnivore

Tibs is one of Ethiopia's best-known sautéed meat dishes; this home version keeps the familiar flavor with a simple skillet method.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • 1 small green chili, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons niter kibbeh or butter
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 large pieces injera, for serving

Let’s make it

  1. Heat oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and sear for 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Add onion and cook 5 minutes more. Stir in garlic, tomato, chili, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring, until the beef reaches 63 C/145 F and the pan juices reduce.
  4. Serve hot with injera.

Skip the chili for a milder family version.

Cooking time varies with equipment and batch size. Follow school allergy rules for children’s meals; keep perishable lunches cold.

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