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Cow Heel

Cultural Context

Cow heel, a traditional Zimbabwean dish, is often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. This hearty stew reflects the resourcefulness of using every part of the animal, showcasing flavors and textures that are both rich and comforting. Today, variations exist across different cultures, with cow heel dishes being popular in various forms around the world, from Caribbean to African cuisines.

ZimbabweanZWmain
180 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
cow heel
2 beef cubes
salt
water
cooking oil
onions
tomatoes
curry powder
paprika
turmeric
norox chili soup

cow heel

🥗Healthier: chicken feet

💰Cheaper: pork trotters

Chicken feet are lower in fat, while pork trotters are often less expensive.

cumin

🥗Healthier: coriander

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Coriander offers a similar flavor profile with less intensity.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Lemon juice adds acidity without the cost of specialty vinegars.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier but may be more expensive.

1

Pour water into the pot and add 2 beef cubes.

2

Add salt to the water and bring it to a boil.

3

Boil the cow heel until tender, approximately from 9 AM to 2 or 3 PM.

4

In a separate pot, heat cooking oil and fry chopped onions until translucent.

5

Add diced tomatoes to the onions and cook until well done.

6

Stir in curry powder, paprika, and turmeric for seasoning.

7

Add the norox chili soup to the mixture for flavor.

8

Combine the boiled cow heel with the cooked onion and tomato mixture, ensuring the cow heel is well coated with spices.

9

Cover and boil the mixture for an additional 3-4 times to allow flavors to meld.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

potcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Cow FootTrotters

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