How to Make Traditional Ethiopian Food With Marcus Samuelsson • Tasty

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than beef.

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper + paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Cayenne and paprika mimic the heat and depth of berbere.

butter

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: margarine

Ghee is a healthier fat option, while margarine is often cheaper.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can be used for flavor, and omitting herbs saves cost.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced green peppers and tomatoes, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Sprinkle in berbere spice, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

Add beef to the skillet, cooking until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in lemon juice and mix well to coat the beef.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.

Stir in butter until melted and well incorporated.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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