Sautéed Ethiopian Kale with Garlic and Niter Kibbeh

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Tender Ethiopian kale simmered in spiced clarified butter with garlic, delivering a savory and earthy side dish. This Ethiopian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter), garlic cloves, thinly sliced, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 130 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: 50 min Serves 4 Ethiopian cuisine 130 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add 6 cups chopped kale, boiling for 40 minutes until tender but still vibrant green; drain well.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 3 tbsp niter kibbeh over medium heat until melted and aromatic, about 2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until garlic is golden and fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  4. Step 4: Add the drained kale and 1 tsp salt, stir to combine, then pour in 1/4 cup water.
  5. Step 5: Cover and cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing flavors to meld and kale to absorb the spiced butter.

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