Kulwa / Zilzil Tibs Asmarino (Sizzling Eritrean Rosemary, Garlic & Tomato Seared Beef Strips) – Authentic Eritrea Recipe
High-heat seared beef strips perfumed with fresh rosemary, garlic, and juicy tomatoes.
- Country of Origin
- 🇪🇷 Eritrea (East Africa, Africa)
- Dietary Profile
- omnivore
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Ribbon-cut beef sirloin strips, Sweet red onions and plum tomatoes, Green chilies and flatbread, Fresh rosemary sprig, Garlic
Ingredients for Kulwa / Zilzil Tibs Asmarino (Sizzling Eritrean Rosemary, Garlic & Tomato Seared Beef Strips) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) ribbon-cut beef sirloin strips, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups sweet red onions and plum tomatoes, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup green chilies and flatbread
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh rosemary sprig
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Eritrea seasoning (garlic, ginger, black pepper, berbere touch)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and fresh rosemary sprig for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add ribbon-cut beef sirloin strips and sweet red onions and plum tomatoes along with garlic, ginger, black pepper, berbere touch, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with green chilies and flatbread and serve straight from the skillet.