Kitfo (Ethiopia - minced raw beef)
A recipe from Kenya.
🇰🇪 KenyadairyFreeglutenFreenutFreehighProtein
Nutrition (per serving)
680Calories
55 gProtein
2 gSugar
800 mgSalt
Ingredients
- 800g Fresh beef tenderloin (very lean)
- 200g melted Niter kibbeh
- 3-5 tbsp (very hot) Mitmita spice
- pinch Cardamom
- side Ayib (cottage cheese)
- side Gomen kitfo (collards)
- side Injera
Method
- Select very fresh, high-quality beef—freeze briefly 30 mins to firm for mincing.
- Mince by hand with sharp knife into tiny pieces (traditional—no grinder for texture) or pulse briefly in processor.
- Melt niter kibbeh; cool slightly.
- Mix minced beef with mitmita, cardamom, and salt thoroughly by hand.
- Gradually add melted niter kibbeh while kneading until glossy and spiced butter absorbed.
- Shape into mound on plate; make small well in center.
- Serve raw (leb leb) or lightly warmed—never cooked through.
- Accompany with ayib, gomen, and injera—Gurage delicacy for special occasions.
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