Tibs

Name: Tibs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Ethiopian
Ingredients: 2 lbs beef sirloin, cut into bite-sized cubes; 3 tbsp niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter); 1 medium onion, diced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1 tomato, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced; 1/2 tsp berbere spice blend; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Ethiopian sautéed meat with peppers, onions, and tomatoes. Quick, aromatic, and wonderfully customizable with your choice of meat.

35 minEasyServes 4320 cal/serving

EthiopianDinnerStovetopStandard

Ingredients

2 lbs beef sirloin, cut into bite-sized cubes
3 tbsp niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter)
1 medium onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 tomato, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1/2 tsp berbere spice blend
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Heat 3 tbsp niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter) in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2

Add 2 lbs cut into bite-sized cubes beef sirloin and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
3

Add 1 medium diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
4

Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, cook for 1 minute.
5

Add 1 diced bell pepper and 1 diced tomato to the skillet.
6

Sprinkle in 1/2 tsp berbere spice blend, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
7

Cook for 10-12 minutes until vegetables are tender and flavors meld, stirring occasionally.
8

Check that the 2 lbs cut into bite-sized cubes beef sirloin has reached an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for food safety. If needed, continue cooking for 1-2 minutes more.
9

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve with injera.

Questions

Can I make Tibs dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 3 tbsp niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter). Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Tibs keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Tibs?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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