Zesty Ethiopian Seared Kitfo Sliders with Mitmita Mayo

A Bold Fusion of Spice and Flavor

Savory and spicy, these sliders pack a punch with Ethiopian flair, perfect for an exotic dinner treat.

1 h 30 min
6 sliders
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Kitfo Sliders

Ground Beef

1 lb — finely minced

Ethiopian Berbere Spice

2 tbsp

Niter Kibbeh (spiced clarified butter)

1 tbsp

Salt

To taste

For the Mitmita Mayo

Mayonnaise

1/2 cup

Mitmita (Ethiopian spice blend)

1 tsp

Lime Juice

Juice of half a lime

Salt

Pinch

For the Slider Assembly

Slider Buns

6 small slider buns

Fresh Arugula

1 cup

Red Onion

1/2 small, thinly sliced

For Garnish

Fresh Cilantro

2 tbsp — finely chopped

Lime Wedges

1 lime — cut into wedges

Preparation

Mixing the Kitfo

Combine Beef

Place minced beef in a medium bowl.

Add Spices

Add berbere spice, niter kibbeh, and salt.

Mix Gently

Mix gently until well-combined.

Avoid over-mixing the meat to maintain tenderness.

Making the Mitmita Mayo

Combine Ingredients

In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, mitmita, lime juice, and salt.

Whisk

Whisk until smooth.

Chill

Chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Cooking Process

Seared Kitfo Patties

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Form beef mixture into 6 patties and sear until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Toasting Buns

Slice slider buns in half and toast on a skillet for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

Adding Freshness

Layer arugula and red onion slices on the bottom bun before topping with the seared kitfo patty.

Timing

Preparation: 30 min • Cooking: 20 min

Heat Guide

Searing Kitfo Patties: Medium heat • Toasting Buns: Medium-low heat

Plating & Serving