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    Niter Kibbeh (Spiced Clarified Butter)

    June 11, 2015 By Darlene at International Cuisine

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    The ingredients for Ethiopian Niter Kibbeh

    Niter Kibbeh is a very addicting spiced clarified butter.  I found that I wanted to put it on all kinds of things.  It is a common ingredient in both Eritrean and Ethiopian cuisine.  It is incredibly flavorful and I think the secret to making most all the dishes excellent, along of course with the onions. Again, this spice combination can be tailored to your likes.  I am sure there are as many recipes as there are cooks for this.  Here is how I made my Niter Kibbeh.

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    Niter Kibbeh (Spiced Clarified Butter)

    Course Seasoning
    Cuisine Eritrea and Ethiopia
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 1 hour
    Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
    Servings 1 cup
    Author International Cuisine

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb. butter unsalted
    • 2 cloves garlic
    • 1/4 cup onion chopped
    • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger grated
    • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
    • 4 cardamom seeds crushed
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • 2 cloves whole
    • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground fenugreek

    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan, gradually melt the butter until bubbly
    • When the top is covered with foam, add the other ingredients and reduce heat to simmer
    • Leave to simmer on low heat uncovered for about 45 to 60 minutes
    • When the surface becomes transparent and the milk solids are at the bottom, pour the liquid through a cheesecloth into a heat resistant container.
    • Discard the spices and solids
    • Cover tightly and store in the refrigerator, it should last up to 2 months.

     

     

    More Eritrea & Ethiopia

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