Slow-Cooked Ethiopian Beef Tibs with Aromatic Spices

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-31 · Updated 2026-07-31

Tender beef cubes slow-cooked in a fragrant blend of Ethiopian spices, onions, and garlic for a warm, savory dish with deep flavors. This Ethiopian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 140 minutes, pairs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes, yellow onion, sliced, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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

• 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 medium yellow onion, sliced
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp berbere spice
• 3 tbsp niter kibbeh (Ethiopian spiced clarified butter) or unsalted butter
• 1 large tomato, chopped
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tbsp niter kibbeh or unsalted butter until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Add 2 medium sliced yellow onions and sauté for 8 minutes until caramelized and golden brown.
3. Step 3: Stir in 5 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 1.5 lbs beef chuck cubes and 2 tbsp berbere spice, tossing to coat the beef. Sear for 5 minutes until browned on all sides.
5. Step 5: Add 1 large chopped tomato, 1 cup water, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary. Stir well to combine.
6. Step 6: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender and the sauce thickens.
7. Step 7: Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot with injera or steamed rice.