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Kitfo - Ethiopian Tartare
Kitfo, a signature dish from the culturally rich Ethiopia, is a luscious delicacy for those who crave adventurous flavors. It features minced raw beef, exotically seasoned with a blend of spices, and served alongside injera - a sourdough-risen flatbread with a slightly spongy texture, and ayib - a traditional Ethiopian cottage cheese. This dish is a vibrant symphony of textures and flavors, and a beautiful representation of Ethiopia's culinary heritage.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Collard greens
- 1 bunch, finely chopped
- Ayib (Ethiopian cottage cheese)
- 1 cup
- Injera (Ethiopian flatbread)
- 4 pieces
- Salt
- to taste
- Mitmita (Ethiopian spice blend)
- 2 tablespoons
- Niter Kibbeh (Ethiopian spiced clarified butter)
- 3 tablespoons
- Beef
- 500g, minced and lean
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced beef, niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter), mitmita (spice blend), and salt. Ensure all ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
- Divide the beef mixture into individual portions and shape them into small balls or patties, according to your preference.
- Lay out a piece of injera on each plate, and place a portion of the kitfo on top. Accompany this with a generous serving of ayib (cottage cheese) and collard greens on the side.
- Enjoy this traditional Ethiopian meal by tearing off a piece of injera, wrapping some kitfo and ayib within, and savoring the explosion of flavors.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 0 minutes • Calories: 600 • Fat: 45g • Carbs: 20g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 400mg • Sugar: 3g
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