Gored Gored (Ethiopian Raw Beef)
Gored gored is a unique and flavorful dish made with tender pieces of raw beef seasoned with traditional Ethiopian spices. This dish is typically enjoyed by meat lovers and is often served as a part of a larger Ethiopian meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter), melted
- 1 tablespoon berbere spice blend
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cardamom
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
- 1 pound high-quality beef, preferably tenderloin or sirloin, cut into bite-sized cubes
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Injera (Ethiopian flatbread), for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted niter kibbeh, berbere spice blend, lime juice, salt, black pepper, cardamom, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the bite-sized beef cubes to the marinade and toss until they are well coated. Cover the bowl and let the beef marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for more intense flavors.
- Just before serving, remove the beef from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature.
- Transfer the marinated beef cubes to a serving plate, arranging them in a single layer.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro.
- Serve the gored gored immediately with injera or other bread of your choice.