Niter Kibbeh
Use this Ethiopian spiced & clarified butter in place of ghee for extra flavor!
Niter Kibbeh
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Category
Condiment
Cuisine
Ethiopian
Author:
David Cook
Servings
8
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Ingredients
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1# butter, unsalted
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5 garlic cloves, smashed
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1 red onion, sliced
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1 T. ginger, grated down on a microplane
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1 tsp. turmeric
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2 cardamom pods, whole
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2 pieces cinnamon
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4 cloves
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1 tsp. black cumin seeds
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½ tsp. fenugreek seeds
Directions
In a small saucepan, melt the butter gently. Skim off all of the foam that rises to the top of the pan to clarify.
Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer in the clarified butter for 30-40 mintes.
Strain the onion, garlic, and spices out through a strainer into a sterilized jar, cover and refrigerate. Use as needed.
Recipe Note
The turmeric in this butter also adds deep golden color to any dish