The Story of Tibbs

Tibs (ጥብስ), written as tebs, t'ibs or tibbs, is a culinary specialty from Ethiopia. While its exact origins remain unknown, it is likely that it had its roots in the Aksumite Empire, like many other traditional Ethiopian dishes.Tibbs can be served raw and cooked.

Ethiopians are known to be avid meat lovers, and tibs has become a staple of local cuisine over the centuries. For a long time, it was synonymous with festivals and special occasions, with the exception of fasting periods when the consumption of meat is prohibited.