Eritrean Style Lamb Tacos (Ziginiya Be'firfir)

Ziginiya Be'firfir is a delicious Eritrean dish that combines tender lamb with flavorful spices, all wrapped in soft tortillas to create a unique fusion of Eritrean and Mexican flavors.

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Eritrean Style Lamb Tacos (Ziginiya Be'firfir)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lamb, cut into small pieces
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp berbere spice mix
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 large tortillas

Instructions

  1. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
  3. Add the lamb pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
  4. Stir in the berbere spice mix, cumin, paprika, and salt, and cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Add the tomatoes and jalapeño, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the lamb is tender.
  6. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or over an open flame.
  7. Divide the lamb mixture among the tortillas and serve immediately.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
380 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
28g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pan Cutting board Knife Grater Skillet

Tools

Tongs Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the Ziginiya Be'firfir with a side of Eritrean injera bread and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, serve the tacos with a side of spicy harissa sauce.

Cost

$15