Injera-Wrapped Spiced Beef Tibs

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Tender cubes of beef sautéed with onions, garlic, and Ethiopian spices, served wrapped in traditional injera bread for a flavorful, hand-held dish. This african-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes beef sirloin, large, sliced yellow onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 African cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 large sliced yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 1.5 tbsp berbere spice blend, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, mixing well.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb beef sirloin cubes to the skillet, spreading them out in a single layer. Sear for 4-5 minutes without stirring to develop a crust, then stir and cook for an additional 4 minutes until browned on all sides and cooked to medium.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary over the beef and stir to combine. Cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and serve by wrapping portions of the spiced beef tibs in warmed injera flatbread pieces for a traditional Ethiopian hand-held meal.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Injera-Wrapped Spiced Beef Tibs 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 Injera-Wrapped Spiced Beef Tibs?

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 large, sliced yellow onion from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Injera-Wrapped Spiced Beef Tibs?

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 Injera-Wrapped Spiced Beef Tibs 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 Injera-Wrapped Spiced Beef Tibs?

African 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.

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