Habiba's Ethiopian Kitchen Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Habiba's Ethiopian Kitchen, a culinary gem nestled in Syracuse, NY at 484 S Salina St. Known for its rich flavors and welcoming atmosphere, Habiba's menu brings the essence of Ethiopian cuisine to life. From hearty entrées like the Siga Wot, a slow-cooked beef stew bursting with berbere spice, to the tempting Doro Tibs, seasoned chicken sautéed with fresh herbs, every dish offers an explosion of flavor. Vegetarian options are equally divine, highlighted by the Beyaynetu plates, perfect for sharing traditons and tastes. The injera, a spongy staple, serves as the perfect accompaniment to each dish, making every meal a delight. Guests rave about the nourishing quality of the food and the warm hospitality from the staff, creating a true sense of community. Whether you’re a seasoned Ethiopian food lover or a curious newcomer, Habiba's promises a culinary experience that will leave your taste buds dancing for joy.
Entrées - Beef
Siga Wot
Seasoned beef cubes stew cooked slow with berbere sauce, Mekelesha (special blend of seven spices) onion, garlic and ginger. Served with hard-boiled egg.
Beef Tibs / Awaze Beef Tibs
Seasoned diced beef sautéed with onions, tomato and peppers served mild or spicy (served with rice or injera).
Gomen Besiga
Combination of seasoned prime beef stew and collard greens with garlic, onion, ginger and curry powder.
Doro Wot
Seasoned drumstick chicken stew cooked slow with berbere sauce, Mekelesha (special blend of seven spices), onion, garlic and ginger served with hard-boiled egg.
Doro Alicha
Seasoned chicken stew with onions, garlic, fresh ginger and a touch of curry in a sauce, served with hard-boiled egg.
Doro Tibs / Awaze Doro Tibs
Seasoned diced chicken breast sautéed with onions, garlic, rosemary, peppers served mild or spicy (served with rice or injera).
Entrées - Chicken
Entrées - Specials
Doro Beyaynetu (Chicken) For 1 Person
A selection of a chicken dishes served with three vegetarian choices.
Doro Beyaynetu (Chicken) For 2 Persons
A sampling of all chicken dishes served with four vegetarian choices.
Yebere Beyaynetu (Beef) For 1 Person
A selection of two beef dishes served with three vegetarian choices.
Beyaynetu For 1 Person
A sampling of all vegetarian dishes.
Beyaynetu For 2 Persons
A sampling of all vegetarian dishes.
Yebeg Alicha
Seasoned lamb sautéed with ginger, garlic and mild curry served with rice.
Entrées - Lamb
Cold Drinks
Mango Smoothie
Mango pulps and chunks, strawberry, banana, blended with skim milk.
Coke Products
Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite, Orange Fanta, Ginger Ale.
Sparkling Water
Source Perrier.
Bottled Water
Poland Spring.
Atakilt Wot
Seasoned cabbage stew with potato, carrots, onion, garlic and a touch of turmeric.
Kik Alicha Wot
Seasoned split peas stew with onion, garlic, and Ethiopian spices such as, turmeric.
Gomen Wot
Finely chopped seasoned collard greens stew with garlic, black pepper, and onion.
Kaye Siir
Seasoned beef stew with, potatoes, onion and garlic.
Shiro Wot
Mild. Seasoned ground chickpeas stew, with berbere, garlic, and curry powder.
Misir Wot
Seasoned red lentil stew with berbere, garlic, tomatoes, and black pepper.
Entrées - Vegetarian
Entrées - Appetizers
Veggie Sambusa
Pastry shell filled with mixed vegetables such as onion, carrot, peas, green chilies, and then pan fried till golden.
Beef Sambusa
Pastry shell filled with seasoned ground beef, onion, garlic, cilantro, green chilies and then pan fried till golden.
Chicken Sambusa
Pastry shell filled with seasoned chicken, onion, garlic, cilantro, green chilies and then pan fried till golden.