Doro Tibs (Chicken Tibs)

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
• 2 medium Red onion, finely diced
• 3 tbsp Niter Kibbeh (Ethiopian spiced butter) or oil
• 2 tbsp Berbere spice blend
• 1 tbsp Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 whole Jalapeño peppers, sliced into rounds
• 1 tbsp Tomato paste
• 0.25 cup Water or chicken stock
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 small Fresh rosemary sprig(optional)
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the niter kibbeh or oil.

2. 2

   Add the diced onions to the pan and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are soft and translucent.

3. 3

   Stir in the garlic, ginger, and berbere spice, cooking for 2 minutes until the mixture is fragrant and dark red.

4. 4

   Add the chicken pieces to the pan, stirring well to coat each piece thoroughly with the spice base.

5. 5

   Stir in the tomato paste and water, then cook for 8-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the liquid has reduced to a thick glaze.

6. 6

   Toss in the sliced jalapeños and the rosemary sprig, sautéing for another 2 minutes until the peppers are slightly softened.

7. 7

   Season with salt to taste and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.

8. 8

   Remove the rosemary sprig and serve hot with injera or rice.