Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

rawspicebar's freshly ground berbere

freshly ground

1 tbsp

rawspicebar's freshly ground berbere

freshly ground

1 lb

stewing beef

cut into 1 inch cubes

2 tbsp

canola oil

separated

1 unit

onions

diced

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 tbsp

rawspicebar's freshly ground berbere

freshly ground

1 cup

canned tomatoes

chopped

0.5 tsp

sugar

2 cup

beef stock

1 unit

salt

to season

1 unit

pepper

to season

Step 1
~5 min

Heat 1 tbsp canola oil in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~5 min

Pat beef dry and season with salt and pepper.

Step 3
~5 min

Brown beef in batches in the dutch oven, about 3 minutes per side.

Step 4
~5 min

Remove browned beef to a plate to catch its juices.

Step 5
~5 min

Without cleaning the dutch oven, add remaining tbsp of canola oil.

Step 6
~5 min

Reduce heat to medium-low.

Step 7
~5 min

Add onions and cook until golden brown, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 8
~5 min

Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 9
~5 min

Add RawSpiceBar's Berbere & Mitmita spices and sugar to onions and garlic.

Step 10
~5 min

Cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 11
~5 min

Add chopped tomatoes to mixture.

Step 12
~5 min

Combine until tomatoes brown, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 13
~5 min

Add beef stock and beef and bring it to a boil.

Step 14
~5 min

Reduce heat to medium-low to simmer.

Step 15
~5 min

Simmer the beef for at least an hour, up to two.

Step 16
~5 min

Remove beef from the cooking liquid and shred it by pulling the chunks apart with two forks.

Step 17
~5 min

Add beef back to the stock mixture and simmer for another 15 minutes.

Step 18
~5 min

Serve with injera, couscous or butternut squash mash.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of berbere spice to your preference.

For a richer flavor, use homemade beef stock.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with injera bread to scoop up the stew.

Serve over couscous or rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Ethiopian lentils
Collard greens

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Ethiopia

Cultural Significance

National dish of Ethiopia, often served during special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ethiopian New Year
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Special occasion
Comfort food

Popularity Score

70/100

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