Niter Kibbeh, known as Spiced Clarified Butter, is integral to Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine. This aromatic butter, infused with spices like turmeric, cardamom, and fenugreek, adds depth to dishes. Clarifying the butter extends its shelf life without refrigeration, making it a handy pantry staple. Use it for sautéing vegetables, marinating meats, or drizzling over popcorn to enhance your cooking. This recipe guides you in creating your own batch of Spiced Clarified Butter, transforming everyday meals with its rich flavors.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp cardamom seeds
• 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
• 1/4 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 1 pinch nutmeg
• 1 pinch cinnamon

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, allowing it to clarify.
2. Add the turmeric, cardamom seeds, fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds, minced garlic, grated ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon to the melted butter.
3. Cook the mixture on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the spices are well infused.
4. Prepare a clean jar by placing a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth over it.
5. Carefully strain the spiced butter mixture into the jar, separating the solids from the liquid.
6. Allow the clarified butter to cool slightly before sealing the jar with a lid.
7. Store the Niter Kibbeh in the refrigerator for up to 3 months to maintain its freshness.

Keywords: Spiced, Clarified, Flavorful, Traditional, Ethiopian

Spice Rack: Turmeric, Cardamom, Fenugreek, Cumin, Garlic, Ginger, Nutmeg, Cinnamon

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