Minchet Abish (Ethiopian Minced Beef Stew)

Ingredients

• 1
  Tomato paste
  50 g
• 2
  Sunflower oil
  40 g
• 3
  Injera (Ethiopian flatbread)
  250 g
• 4
  berbere spice, salt, black pepper
• 5
  Onions (raw)
  300 g
• 6
  Beef (raw)
  800 g
• 7
  Garlic (raw)
  15 g

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot, dry-cook the minced onions on medium-low heat until soft and translucent.

2. 2

   Add the sunflower oil and minced garlic, sautéing for about 3 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in the tomato paste and berbere spice blend. Let the spices toast and release their aroma for 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the ground lean beef. Break it apart thoroughly with a spoon and stir constantly so it mixes entirely with the spice base.

5. 5

   Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer for 25-30 minutes so the beef cooks down into a rich stew. Add a small amount of water if it becomes too dry.

6. 6

   Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm alongside Injera.