How to Make Ethiopian Chicken Tibs Mulu’s Way

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper + paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Cayenne and paprika mimic the heat and depth of berbere.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers healthier fats while maintaining flavor.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more affordable than breasts.

Turn on the heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a skillet.

Add chopped onion and cook for a little while.

Add minced garlic and some chopped green peppers, cooking together.

Add a little water to help it cook.

Slice the boneless chicken thighs and add them to the skillet, mixing well.

Add more water to make it juicy, as preferred.

Check the salt and adjust to taste.

Add reserved garlic for color before finishing cooking.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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