Niter kibbeh
Seasoned clarified butter used in Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine
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Niter kibbeh, or niter qibe (Amharic: ንጥር ቅቤ, romanized: nət'ər qəbe), also called tesmi (in Tigrinya), is a seasoned, clarified butter used in Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine. Its preparation is similar to that of ghee, but niter kibbeh is simmered with spices such as besobela (known as Ethiopian sacred basil), koseret,[1][2] fenugreek, cumin, coriander, turmeric, Ethiopian cardamom (korarima),[3] cinnamon, or nutmeg before straining, imparting a distinct, spicy aroma. The version using vegetable oil instead of butter is called yeqimem zeyet.[4]
Alternative namesNiter qibe
TypeSeasoned, clarified butter
Place of originEritrea and Ethiopia
Region or stateEast Africa
 Kitfo is a minced raw beef dish that incorporates niter kibbeh and a spice blend (mitmita). | |
| Alternative names | Niter qibe |
|---|---|
| Type | Seasoned, clarified butter |
| Place of origin | Eritrea and Ethiopia |
| Region or state | East Africa |
| Main ingredients | Butter |
| Ingredients generally used | Spices |
