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Ugandan Beef Stew with Mashed Potatoes

Cultural Context

Originating from Uganda, this hearty beef stew reflects the country's agricultural richness, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. Traditionally served with mashed potatoes or matoke (steamed green bananas), it showcases the use of local spices and fresh ingredients. Today, variations can be found in many East African homes, adapting to personal tastes and available ingredients.

UgandanUGmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs beef
2 medium onions
4 cloves garlic
2 cups carrots
2 cups tomatoes
1 cup green pepper
1/4 cup fresh coriander
1/4 cup coriander stems
1 tablespoon beef masala
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon royco
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork can be less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth reduces calories and can be cheaper.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients and yams can be less costly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

1

Boil beef for 10-15 minutes.

2

Chop fresh coriander and add it to the pot.

3

Add minced garlic, coriander stems, chopped onions, green pepper, tomatoes, and carrots.

4

Add garlic, beef masala, coriander, turmeric, paprika, royco, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.

5

Add fresh coriander.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmeringmashing

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Beef StewMatoke with Beef

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