Niter Kebbeh Recipe

Name: Niter Kebbeh
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb butter, unsalted; 1/4 cup onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons ginger, grated,peeled,fresh; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 4 cardamom seeds, crushed; 1 cinnamon stick; 2 cloves, whole; 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground fenugreek; 1 tablespoon fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil

Servings: persons

1 lb butter, unsalted
1/4 cup onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ginger, grated,peeled,fresh
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
4 cardamom seeds, crushed
1 cinnamon stick
2 cloves, whole
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground fenugreek
1 tablespoon fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil

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In a small saucepan, gradually melt the butter and bring it to bubbling.
2
When the top is covered with foam, add the other ingredients and reduce the heat to a simmer.
3
Gently simmer, uncovered, on low heat.
4
After about 45 to 60 minutes, when the surface becomes transparent and the milk solids are on the bottom, pour the liquid through a cheesecloth into a heat-resistant container.
5
Discard the spices and solids.
6
Covered tightly and stored in the refrigerator, Niter Kebbeh will keep for up to 2 months.
7
Note: A good quality olive or other oil may be substituted for the butter.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb butter, unsalted, 1/4 cup onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 teaspoons ginger, grated,peeled,fresh, and more.

Yes, Niter Kebbeh falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Niter Kebbeh

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