Dried Beef Tibs with Spiced Onions and Injera Flatbread
A flavorful Ethiopian-style sauté of dried beef strips with spiced onions served alongside traditional injera for a satisfying breakfast or brunch. This ethiopian-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs dried beef strips, large yellow onion (thinly sliced), garlic cloves (minced) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
- 8 oz dried beef strips
- 2 large yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp ginger (grated)
- 1 tbsp berbere spice mix
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 pieces injera flatbread (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add 2 large thinly sliced yellow onions and sauté for 6-8 minutes until softened and just starting to brown.
- Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1 tbsp berbere spice mix; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and the onions are coated in spices.
- Step 3: Add 8 oz dried beef strips, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the beef is warmed through and slightly crisped at the edges.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the beef and onions.
- Step 5: Serve immediately with 4 pieces of injera flatbread, using the bread to scoop up the beef and onions.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dried Beef Tibs with Spiced Onions and Injera Flatbread 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 Dried Beef Tibs with Spiced Onions and Injera Flatbread?
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 dried beef strips from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Dried Beef Tibs with Spiced Onions and Injera Flatbread?
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 Dried Beef Tibs with Spiced Onions and Injera Flatbread 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 Dried Beef Tibs with Spiced Onions and Injera Flatbread?
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.
