Kitfo Leb Leb

Ingredients

• 1 lb high-quality lean beef (top round or sirloin)
• 4 tbsp Niter Kibbeh (Ethiopian spiced clarified butter)
• 1.5 tbsp Mitmita (spicy chili powder blend)
• 0.5 tsp Korerima (black cardamom powder)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 1 cup Ayib (Ethiopian cottage cheese)(optional)
• 1 cup Gomen (collard greens)(optional)
• 4 pieces Injera (flatbread)
• 1 pinch Koseret (dried herb)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Finely mince the beef by hand using a sharp knife until it reaches a very soft, ground texture, removing any gristle or fat.

2. 2

   Place a large skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over low heat to gently warm up.

3. 3

   Add the Niter Kibbeh to the pan and allow it to melt completely without browning or bubbling too vigorously.

4. 4

   Stir the Mitmita, Korerima, salt, and Koseret into the melted butter to release the aromatics.

5. 5

   Add the minced beef to the pan and stir constantly with a wooden spoon to incorporate the spiced butter.

6. 6

   Cook the meat for only 2 to 3 minutes; the goal of Leb Leb is to just warm the meat through until it turns slightly greyish-pink while remaining very tender.

7. 7

   Immediately remove the pan from the heat to prevent the meat from overcooking and becoming tough.

8. 8

   Serve immediately on a platter lined with Injera, accompanied by Ayib and Gomen on the side.