Awaze Tibs (Spicy Ethiopian Meat Stir-Fry)

Ingredients

• vegetable oil2 tablespoons
• beef or lamb, thinly sliced1.5 lb
• large onion, thinly sliced1
• garlic, minced3 cloves
• berbere spice2 tablespoons
• tomato paste1 tablespoon
• paprika1 tablespoon
• cayenne pepper, or to taste1 tablespoon
• awaze sauce1 tablespoon
• soy sauce1 tablespoon
• vinegar1 tablespoon
• salt, or to taste1 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnishAs needed

Directions

1. 1

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add the thinly sliced meat to the hot skillet and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the cooked meat from the skillet and set it aside.

3. 3

   In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Stir-fry for about 2–3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the berbere spice, tomato paste, paprika, and cayenne pepper to the skillet. Stir well to coat the onions and garlic with the spices.

5. 5

   Return the cooked meat to the skillet and toss it with the spiced onion mixture.

6. 6

   Add the awaze sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, and salt to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine the flavors and coat the meat evenly.

7. 7

   Continue to stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat.

8. 8

   Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning with salt or additional spices according to your preference.

9. 9

   Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the with freshly chopped cilantro.