Zigni

ዝግኒ · Zigni

Ingredients10

• beef stewing meat700 g
• onion2
• tesmi (spiced clarified butter)3 tbsp
• berbere spice blend2 tbsp
• garlic4 cloves
• fresh ginger1 tbsp
• tomato2
• tomato paste1 tbsp
• salt1 tsp
• water400 ml

Method

1. Cut the beef into small cubes and finely chop the onions, garlic, ginger, and tomatoes.
2. Warm the tesmi in a heavy pot over medium heat and cook the onions until soft and lightly golden, about 10 minutes.
3. Stir in the garlic, ginger, and berbere and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the beef and brown it on all sides, stirring so the spice coats the meat.
5. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, and water and bring to a simmer.
6. Cover and cook gently for about 1 hour 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the sauce is thick and oily.
7. Taste and adjust the salt, then serve hot with injera.