Awaze Tibs

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Slice the beef thinly against the grain if not already sliced. Mince the garlic, finely chop the rosemary, slice the onion, and slice the jalapeño. Keeping everything ready is important because tibs cooks very fast.

2. 2

   In a bowl, toss the beef with the awaze paste, garlic, rosemary, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Let it stand while you heat the pan; this short contact time is enough for a quick tibs and keeps the recipe within 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Heat a large heavy frying pan over high heat until very hot, then add the butter. As soon as it foams, add the onion and jalapeño. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes until the onion just begins to soften but still has some bite.

4. 4

   Add the awaze-coated beef in a single layer. Fry over high heat for 3 to 5 minutes, tossing once or twice, until the beef is browned at the edges and just cooked through. Do not overcrowd or over-stir; direct contact with the pan gives tibs its characteristic seared flavor.

5. 5

   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve immediately while hot and glossy from the spiced butter. Spoon the onions and jalapeño over the beef for the best balance of heat and sweetness.

Nutrition per serving

Notes

• •For a beginner-friendly version, use store-bought awaze; if it is very thick, loosen it with 1 teaspoon water before coating the beef.
• •Sirloin works well because it cooks quickly and stays tender; ribeye can also be used for a richer keto version.
• •Serve on its own for a strict keto meal, or alongside a simple cabbage sauté if you want a fuller plate without adding many carbs.
• •If your pan is small, cook the beef in two quick batches to avoid steaming.

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