Best 4 Niter Kibbeh Recipes
Niter kibbeh is a Levantine dish made with bulgur wheat, minced meat, and various spices. It is a popular dish in countries such as Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan, and can be served as a main course or an appetizer. Niter kibbeh is traditionally made with lamb or beef, but can also be made with chicken or vegetables. The bulgur wheat is soaked in water until it is soft, then combined with the minced meat, spices, and herbs. The mixture is then shaped into balls or patties and fried until golden brown. Niter kibbeh can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as yogurt, tahini, or tomato sauce.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
NITER KIBBEH
A cornerstone of Ethiopian cooking, this clarified butter is infused with spices and herbs native the region, giving it unique flavor and aroma.
Provided by Cheryl Slocum
Categories Butter Ginger Garlic Cinnamon Cumin Pepper Sauce Spice Herb Peanut Free Soy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free
Yield Makes about ¾ cup
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Stir softened butter and koseret together in a medium bowl. Cover and let sit 1 day.
- Transfer butter to a small saucepan and heat over low until melted.
- Mash ginger and garlic into a paste in a mortar and pestle. (Or, smash on a cutting board with the side of a chef's knife.) Add to butter mixture.
- Coarsely grind cinnamon stick, beso bela, fenugreek, korerima, nigella seeds, cumin seeds, and peppercorns in a spice mill or with a mortar and pestle. (Alternatively, you can crush on a cutting board with a heavy saucepan). Add to butter mixture and once butter is completely melted, stir once to combine. Simmer gently, adjusting heat if needed, 30 minutes.
- Remove butter mixture from heat and carefully skim away milk fats and any spices that have accumulated on the surface; discard. Strain niter kibbeh through a cheesecloth-lined fine-mesh sieve into an airtight container. Cover and chill. Do ahead: Niter kibbeh can be made 3 months ahead. Keep chilled.
NITER KIBBEH--ETHIOPIAN SPICED CLARIFIED BUTTER
Found on whats4eats.com The site states "Niter kibbeh - a spice-infused, clarified butter - is a ubiquitous cooking medium in Ethiopian cuisine. It adds an incomparable flavor to dishes. Plain butter or oil can be substituted in Ethiopian recipes if you don't have the time to make niter kibbeh, but something special will be missing."
Provided by under12parsecs
Categories Sauces
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the butter in a small saucepan and melt over low heat. Add the remaining ingredients and simmer on the lowest possible heat for about 1 hour.
- Pour the clear golden liquid off the top leaving all the solids in the bottom of the pan. Strain through cheesecloth if necessary. Discard solids.
- Store in the refrigerator or freezer and use as needed.
ETHIOPIAN SPICED BUTTER (NITER KIBBEH)
This spicy flavorful clarified butter is a staple in Ethiopian cuisine. It's used for sauteing and adding flavor to dishes. This recipe is based on one posted on the Immaculate Bites blog.
Provided by PanNan
Categories Ethiopian
Time 30m
Yield 1 1/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place butter in a medium sauce-pan over low heat and melt.
- Simmer until the surface is completely coated with foam. Take care not to let it brown.
- While simmering, skim off the foam as it rises to the surface until completely clear.
- Add all the remaining ingredients. Continue cooking on low heat for about 15- 20 minutes. Pass it through a cheese cloth or sieve . It is now ready to be used . It can be stored in a tightly covered container for about a month in the fridge.
NITER KIBBEH
You can store the spiced butter in the fridge in a sealed jar and use as desired. It's delicious over rice or couscous and great as a base for any curry dish.
Provided by Missy Wombat
Categories Ethiopian
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 jar
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt the butter and heat it until it foams.
- At this point add the other ingredients.
- Reduce the heat and simmer gently for about 45 minutes.
- Do not stir.
- This will separate out the milk solids, leaving a clear butter mix on top.
- Cool the mixture, strain through muslin and discard the milk solids.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3615.9, Fat 405.9, SaturatedFat 257, Cholesterol 1075, Sodium 2882.9, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2, Protein 5
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. Choose fresh, ripe vegetables and fruits, and use high-quality spices and herbs.
- Pay attention to the cooking techniques. Different cooking methods can bring out different flavors and textures in your dishes.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. Try new flavor combinations and cooking techniques to find what you like best.
- Make your dishes your own. Add your own personal touch to your recipes by adjusting the flavors and ingredients to your liking.
Conclusion:
The recipes in this article are a great starting point for anyone who wants to learn how to cook Niter Kibbeh. With a little practice, you'll be able to master this delicious dish and impress your friends and family with your culinary skills.
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