Kitfo, Regular Recipe
Traditionally eaten raw. Extra lean, finely minced beef. Seasoned with clarified butter, mitmita & cardamom. Can be ordered raw, medium or well done.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Beef
Finely mince the extra lean beef using a sharp knife or a meat grinder. Ensure that the beef is very cold to make it easier to work with.
- 2
Mix in the Seasonings
In a mixing bowl, combine the minced beef with clarified butter, mitmita spice blend, ground cardamom, and salt. Mix well until the beef is evenly coated with the seasonings.
- 3
Serving
Serve the Kitfo raw, medium, or well done depending on preference. Traditionally, it is served with a side of collard greens (gomen) and fresh cheese (ayib).
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