🇪🇹 Ethiopia · Food
Gored Gored
By eatmundo · September 8, 2026
🇪🇹 ETAI-generated imageGored Gored is a traditional Ethiopian beef dish featuring cubes of raw or rare meat tossed in spiced clarified butter. It is a celebratory meal known for its rich, aromatic spice profile and tender texture.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Finely dice 3 large onions and cook them in a large pot over medium heat until they become translucent, about 10 minutes, without adding any oil yet.
- 2
Add 4 tbsp of niter kibbeh to the onions and stir until the butter melts and coats the onions, creating a fragrant, golden base.
- 3
Stir in 3 tbsp of berbere spice, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp of grated ginger, cooking for 3 minutes until the spices bloom and become aromatic.
- 4
Cut 500g of high-quality beef into uniform 1-inch cubes; ensure the beef is at room temperature before adding to the pot.
- 5
Add the beef cubes to the spiced butter base, tossing gently for 2 to 3 minutes to coat every piece evenly in the mixture.
- 6
Season with 1 tsp of salt, stirring once more to incorporate, then remove from the heat immediately to ensure the beef remains rare to medium-rare.
- 7
Serve the dish hot, traditionally accompanied by injera bread, which acts as both a plate and a utensil for scooping the savory meat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gored Gored?+
Gored Gored is a popular Ethiopian dish consisting of raw or lightly sautéed beef cubes seasoned with spiced clarified butter and berbere. It is typically served during special occasions and social gatherings.
Is Gored Gored always served raw?+
While traditionally prepared with raw beef, many modern versions lightly sear the meat for a few seconds to provide a slight texture contrast while maintaining a rare center.
What type of beef is best for this?+
Use a tender, lean cut such as beef tenderloin or sirloin, ensuring it is very fresh and sourced from a high-quality butcher.
Can I substitute the niter kibbeh?+
You can use clarified butter mixed with a small amount of cumin and coriander, though niter kibbeh is essential for the authentic Ethiopian flavor profile.
What should I serve with it?+
Gored Gored is almost always served with injera, the spongy Ethiopian sourdough flatbread, and occasionally accompanied by mitmita for extra heat.
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