Coffee-Infused Ethiopian Beef Tibs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-01 · Updated 2026-05-01

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Tender beef cubes sautéed with Ethiopian spices and a hint of coffee, delivering a rich and bold flavor profile. This Ethiopian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, yellow onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Ethiopian cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes beef sirloin
1 large, thinly sliced yellow onion
3, minced garlic cloves
1.5 tbsp berbere spice blend
1/4 cup, cooled strong brewed Ethiopian coffee
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp, chopped (optional) fresh rosemary

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Add 1 large thinly sliced yellow onion and sauté for 6-7 minutes until soft and lightly browned.
Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1.5 tablespoons berbere spice blend, stirring for 1 minute to release aromas.
Step 4: Increase heat to high and add 1 pound beef sirloin cubes, searing for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned on all sides.
Step 5: Pour in 1/4 cup cooled strong brewed Ethiopian coffee and reduce heat to medium-low, simmering for 8-10 minutes until the sauce thickens and beef is tender.
Step 6: Season with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary if using. Stir well and cook for 2 more minutes.
Step 7: Serve hot with injera or rice.