Ethiopian Kitfo with Ayib and Gomen

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Finely mince the very cold, trimmed beef with a sharp knife.

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1 pound raw lean beef

1/4 cup clarified butter (niter kibbeh)

2 tablespoons mitmita (Ethiopian chili powder)

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 cup gomen (cooked collard greens)

1/2 cup ayib (Ethiopian cottage cheese)

Always use the freshest beef possible for the best flavor and safety.

Consume raw meat dishes like kitfo immediately after preparation.

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