Ethiopian Kitfo-Inspired Spiced Beef Tartare

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

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A raw beef dish seasoned with Ethiopian spices and clarified butter, served chilled with fresh herbs and mild chili. This Ethiopian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers lean beef tenderloin, finely minced, mitmita spice blend, salt into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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: 20 min Serves 4 Ethiopian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 pound lean beef tenderloin, finely minced
1 tablespoon mitmita spice blend
2 tablespoons niter kibbeh (Ethiopian spiced clarified butter), melted
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 small pepper mild fresh chili pepper, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: In a chilled bowl, combine 1 pound finely minced lean beef tenderloin with 1 tablespoon mitmita spice blend and 1 teaspoon salt, mixing gently to distribute the spices evenly.
Step 2: Add 2 tablespoons melted niter kibbeh and 1 tablespoon lemon juice, folding carefully to coat the beef without breaking down the texture.
Step 3: Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and 1 finely chopped mild fresh chili pepper, mixing until well incorporated.
Step 4: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the beef to chill.
Step 5: Serve cold, garnished with additional fresh herbs and accompanied by injera or flatbread to scoop.