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Gored Gored (Ethiopian Raw Beef)
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter), melted
- 1 tablespoon berbere spice blend
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cardamom
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
- 1 pound high-quality beef, preferably tenderloin or sirloin, cut into bite-sized cubes
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Injera (Ethiopian flatbread), for serving
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted niter kibbeh, berbere spice blend, lime juice, salt, black pepper, cardamom, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the bite-sized beef cubes to the marinade and toss until they are well coated. Cover the bowl and let the beef marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for more intense flavors.
- Just before serving, remove the beef from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature.
- Transfer the marinated beef cubes to a serving plate, arranging them in a single layer.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro.
- Serve the gored gored immediately with injera or other bread of your choice.
Equipment
Mixing bowl, Cutting board, Chef's knife
Notes
Gored gored is typically served raw or lightly seared on the outside while keeping the interior raw. It is important to use high-quality beef from a trusted source to minimize the risk of foodborne illnesses.
Ensure that the beef is fresh, properly handled, and stored at the correct temperature.
Adjust the spiciness of the marinade by adding more or less cayenne pepper according to your taste preferences.
For added flavor, you can toast the berbere spice blend in a dry skillet over low heat before using it in the marinade.
Some recipes include the addition of minced garlic or finely chopped onions to the marinade for additional flavor.
You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of berbere spice blend used.