Top 3 Ethiopian Raw Meat Dishes

Kitfo is a popular Ethiopian dish consisting of raw beef that is freshly ground and combined with Ethiopian butter (niter kibbeh) and spices such as Cayenne pepper and cardamom. The dish is served with a variety of breads, with injera being a staple of every restaurant that serves kitfo. Although kitfo is usually served on its own, it can also be accompanied by salty cheeses or collard greens.Expand

Gored gored is a popular Ethiopian dish consisting of cubes of raw beef. Although the dish is often compared to kitfo, gored gored is not marinated in spices and butter before consumption. It is typically paired with lemon wedges, injera flatbread, and awaze chili sauce. The fat is usually left on the meat and consumed along with it. Although it can be served on its own or paired with the aforementioned ingredients, gored gored can also be served as a part of a big meal, especially at festive occasions and celebrations.Expand

Tere siga is a traditional African dish originating from Ethiopia. The name of the dish is translated as raw meat, and that's exactly what it consists of – raw meat that's typically cut off a cow carcass and served with mitmita (powdered hot spice blend), awaze (hot dipping sauce), and senafich (mustard sauce). Tere siga is one of the few Ethiopian dishes that are eaten with utensils, and the ritual of cutting the meat is a huge part of the meal. This ritual is known as q'wirt, meaning to cut. The dish is traditionally served at butcher houses, and it's accompanied by injera flatbread on the side.Expand