Making Niter Kibbeh (Ethiopian Spiced Clarified Butter)

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1. 1Step 1: In a medium saucepan begin melting the butter over low heat.
2. 2Step 2: Once butter is just melted, add garlic, onions, korerima, koseret, besobela, and turmeric.
3. 3Step 3: Increase to medium heat and bring mixture to a boil, then reduce to low or medium-low and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring often.
4. 4Step 4: Once mixture is completely cooked, turn off heat and allow to rest for a minute.
5. 5Step 5: Line a fine-mesh strainer with a folded piece of cheesecloth (the cheesecloth helps to catch any milk solids). Set the strainer on top of storage container of your choice.
6. 6Step 6: Carefully pour hot niter kibbeh through the strainer to remove all the solids.
7. 7Step 7: Using the back of your spoon, mash the solids to strain as much oil out as possible.
8. 8Step 8: Cover and store in the refrigerator and use in your favorite Ethiopian dishes.
9. 9Step 9: Keeps for about 1 month.