ETHIOPIAN SPICED BUTTER (NITER KIBBEH)

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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

1 lb unsalted butter
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon cardamom pod, crushed lightly with the side of a knife blade
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 -2 tablespoon gingerroot, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
5 -6 basil leaves

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.

Dua Kumari
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Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't amazing either.


Feona Gittens
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This recipe was a disaster. I followed the instructions exactly, but my niter kibbeh turned out burnt.


Reyad Vai
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices to taste.


Bipin Thapa
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my niter kibbeh turned out too oily.


Akua Takyiwaa
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This recipe is a little bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is delicious.


Luis Felipe Herrera S.
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I love the smoky flavor of the niter kibbeh. It's so unique.


Xavier Dennis
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover injera.


Osei Blessing
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I made this recipe for my Ethiopian friends and they loved it. They said it was the best niter kibbeh they'd ever had.


Molly M
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this recipe was mild enough for me. I really enjoyed it.


William Wilson
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This is a great recipe for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a hit with my guests.


Ahmed Rassam
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Ngema Ghising
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sk Jabed
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This is the best niter kibbeh I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Rădulescu Andrei-Valentin
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I love the combination of spices in this recipe. The cumin, coriander, and cardamom give it a really unique flavor.


Rohan Dahhar
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This Ethiopian spiced butter is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile. I used it on injera, chicken, and vegetables, and it was delicious on everything.