Kitfo is the most common version of raw meat served at Ethiopian restaurants in the U.S. It came to the table from the Gurage people, who make up about 2.5% of the population of Ethiopia, a ...

Moreover, kitfo offers great flexibility in serving methods. Although traditionally served raw, it's just as delicious when lightly warmed but not cooked through -- this is also known as leb leb.

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, skimming off the foam. Cook for about 5 minutes until the solid, milky residue has sunk to the bottom, but do not let the solids darken.

Seth samples a savory mushroom kitfo, along with bold Ethiopian coffee, at Feru Restaurant. ... when you start cooking mushrooms it starts with so much and you're left with so little.

A t first glance: Plain but immaculate, this narrow storefront just across from the AFI Silver and Roundhouse theaters is painted in deep reddish-brown, spicy shades that echo the food.

The Ethiopian Orthodox Church observes Christmas on Jan. 7, and the 40 days prior are observed as a vegan fast. That means no dairy and no meat until the traditional dish of doro wat on Christmas Day.

The wrap is made by rolling kitfo, or chopped steak, into injera, which is then sliced. Kitfo often is referred to as Ethiopian steak tartare, and, while it’s traditionally eaten raw, Desta will ...

Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the greens are very tender and most of the water has evaporated, about 20 minutes. Taste and season again if desired. This makes a scant 2 cups gomen.

'To be able to make a perfect kitfo, you need the perfect spices,' says chef Yohanis Gebreyesus ...