Ethiopian Spiced Lamb Tibs with Garlic and Rosemary

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

Tender lamb cubes quickly sautéed with garlic, fresh rosemary, and an Ethiopian spice blend for a fragrant and savory dish. This Ethiopian-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes, berbere spice blend, garlic cloves, thinly sliced 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 lb lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tbsp berbere spice blend
• 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, toss 1 lb lamb leg cubes with 1 tbsp berbere spice blend, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 medium sliced yellow onion and 1 medium sliced red bell pepper; sauté for 4 minutes until softened.
3. Step 3: Push vegetables to the side and add the spiced lamb cubes in a single layer. Cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked to medium doneness.
4. Step 4: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary; sauté together for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and drizzle with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; toss gently to combine.
6. Step 6: Serve immediately with injera or rice for a flavorful lamb dish.