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Ethiopian Spiced Butter (Niter Kibbeh)

Ethiopian Spiced Butter (Niter Kibbeh) Recipe

This spicy flavorful clarified butter is a staple in Ethiopian cuisine. It's used for sauteing and adding flavor to dishes. This recipe is based on one posted on the Immaculate Bites blog.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine African
Servings 1 cups
Calories 2686.1 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, coarsely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cardamom pod, crushed lightly with the side of a knife blade
  • 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 -2 tablespoon gingerroot, finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 5 -6 basil leaves

Instructions
 

  • Place butter in a medium sauce-pan over low heat and melt.
  • Simmer until the surface is completely coated with foam. Take care not to let it brown.
  • While simmering, skim off the foam as it rises to the surface until completely clear.
  • Add all the remaining ingredients. Continue cooking on low heat for about 15- 20 minutes. Pass it through a cheese cloth or sieve . It is now ready to be used . It can be stored in a tightly covered container for about a month in the fridge.

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Nutrition

Serving: 576gCalories: 2686.1kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 6.5gFat: 295.7gSaturated Fat: 186.8gCholesterol: 780.9mgSodium: 52mgFiber: 3.2gSugar: 3.1g
Keyword < 30 Mins, African, Ethiopian
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