Coffee-Spiced Beef Tibs with Roasted Berbere Vegetables
Sautéed beef cubes seasoned with Ethiopian coffee and berbere spice, served with oven-roasted spiced vegetables for a bold, hearty meal. This ethiopian-inspired beef ready in about 45 minutes pairs beef sirloin, cubed, berbere spice mix, freshly ground Ethiopian coffee for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef sirloin, cubed
- 2 tbsp berbere spice mix
- 1 tsp freshly ground Ethiopian coffee
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 medium carrot, cut into sticks
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 sliced large red bell pepper, 2 medium carrot sticks, and 1 sliced medium zucchini with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp berbere spice mix, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp chopped rosemary on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add 1.5 lbs cubed beef sirloin and sear for 5-6 minutes until browned on all sides.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp freshly ground Ethiopian coffee, 1 tbsp berbere spice mix, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp salt. Sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant and beef is cooked through.
- Step 4: Remove from heat, plate the beef tibs alongside the roasted berbere vegetables, and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Coffee-Spiced Beef Tibs with Roasted Berbere Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Coffee-Spiced Beef Tibs with Roasted Berbere Vegetables?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef sirloin, cubed from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Coffee-Spiced Beef Tibs with Roasted Berbere Vegetables?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Coffee-Spiced Beef Tibs with Roasted Berbere Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Coffee-Spiced Beef Tibs with Roasted Berbere Vegetables?
Ethiopian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
