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Gored gored

Cubes of very fresh raw beef, seasoned with mitmita and niter kibbeh, either seared or served raw depending on preference. It is a luxury meat dish, often shared at festive meals.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Accompagnement

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Cut the meat into 1 to 2 cm cubes, removing all sinew and fat.
  2. Melt the niter kibbeh over low heat without browning it, then take it off the heat.
  3. In a bowl, mix the meat with the warm butter, mitmita, onion, garlic and lime juice.
  4. Season with salt and pepper, then gently toss to coat the pieces.
  5. If you prefer cooked meat, sear the mixture in a very hot pan for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring.
  6. Arrange on a platter and serve immediately with the ayib and injera flatbreads.

Variations and tips

Well-done gored gored. Sear the cubes for 3 to 4 minutes in a very hot pan before adding the spices off the heat.

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