Authentic Derek tibs Recipe Ethiopia, Africa
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Cooking tips
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meat
Beef and lamb are the traditional choice, although some also go for goat and chicken. Regarding beef, which is most commonly used, beef tenderloin and rib meat with some fat are preferred. The meat is typically cut into cubes or strips. -
method
Outside Ethiopia, the meat is typically softer, which is why it is first cooked in the pan without adding anything to help it release all its liquid. Only after that step is the meat fried or stir-fried. In Ethiopia, the meat is tougher and is thus stir-fried from the start. -
additional ingredients
Onion, tomatoes, and chili peppers are typically added to the meat near the end of cooking. Some recipes will also include garlic. As far as seasonings go, salt and pepper are typically used, as well as rosemary. -
serving
Derek tibs is usually served on a plate with injera bread and awaze sauce. Some also dab some niter kibbeh on top of the meat or serve mitmita spice blend on the side.
Derek tibs
PREP 15min
COOK 45min
READY IN 1h
The following is the authentic recipe for derek tibs. It calls for beef, onion, tomatoes, and green peppers, and the seasoning is only salt, pepper, and a few sprigs of rosemary. The first step is to cook the meat so it releases all the water, then stir fry it in oil. The vegetables and seasonings are added to the meat near the end of cooking. It is a simple, straightforward recipe that is done in a flash.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) beef, cut into stips
1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
1 medium onion, cut into slices
2 medium tomatoes, cut into thin wedges
2 medium Serrano peppers, cut into sticks
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
2-3 rosemary sprigs
Preparation
Add the beef to a empty pot and cook over high heat for 10 minutes.
Drain the meat and discard the water that has released from the meat.
Add oil to a grill pan and add the meat.
Deep-fry the meat over high heat for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, add the vegetables to the pan. Sauté them for 5-10 minutes.
Add the seasonings and cook briefly, about 5 minutes.
Serve warm, with injera bread.
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