Freshly made Ayeb (Ethiopian cheese) sprinkled over polpetti

Ayeb (Ethiopian Cheese)

Ayeb Cheese Homemade cheese Niter Kibbeh Traditional ethiopian
Prep Time: 5
Cook Time: 40

INGREDIENTS

2 1/2 Gallons Buttermilk
2 tablespoons Niter Kibbeh

STEPS 

  1. Boil the buttermilk until the curds appear to float, about 25 minutes
  2. Strain and mix with the spiced butter, salt to taste. Let it cool for 15 minutes and serve. 

Use as a garnish for meat dishes, salad, etc.

Cooking Time: 40 minutes

FEATURED PRODUCTS

Brundo Spice Company Niter Kibbeh Ethiopian clarified butter jar placed on a bed of dried koseret and besobela herbs.
ETHIOPIAN NITER KIBBEH

INGREDIENTS

2 1/2 Gallons Buttermilk
2 tablespoons Niter Kibbeh

STEPS

  1. Boil the buttermilk until the curds appear to float, about 25 minutes
  2. Strain and mix with the spiced butter, salt to taste. Let it cool for 15 minutes and serve. 

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