Cooked Kitfo Beef with Mitmita and Gomen Greens
An Ethiopian favorite featuring finely chopped beef sautéed with spicy mitmita spice, served alongside garlicky sautéed collard greens. This ethiopian-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs lean beef sirloin, finely chopped, mitmita spice blend, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 lb lean beef sirloin, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp mitmita spice blend
- 3 tbsp niter kibbeh (Ethiopian spiced clarified butter)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 bunch (about 8 cups) collard greens, chopped
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tablespoons niter kibbeh in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and hot. Add 1 pound finely chopped lean beef sirloin and cook, stirring frequently, for 5-6 minutes until the beef is browned but still tender.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 tablespoon mitmita spice blend, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook for another 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant and fully incorporated.
- Step 3: In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil over medium heat. Add 1 bunch chopped collard greens and sauté for 6-8 minutes until wilted and tender.
- Step 4: Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to the greens, stirring well. Cook for 1 more minute, then remove from heat.
- Step 5: Serve the cooked kitfo beef hot alongside the garlicky gomen greens for a balanced, flavorful meal.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cooked Kitfo Beef with Mitmita and Gomen Greens take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Cooked Kitfo Beef with Mitmita and Gomen Greens?
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 mitmita spice blend from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cooked Kitfo Beef with Mitmita and Gomen Greens?
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 Cooked Kitfo Beef with Mitmita and Gomen Greens 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 Cooked Kitfo Beef with Mitmita and Gomen Greens?
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.
