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Matooke with Beef Katogo

Cultural Context

Matooke, a staple food in Uganda, is made from the cooking banana and is often served with various sauces or stews. Beef Katogo, a popular dish, combines tender beef with vegetables, creating a hearty meal that reflects the communal dining culture of Uganda. This dish is commonly enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, and variations can be found across East Africa, showcasing local ingredients and flavors.

UgandanUGmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb cow intestines (tripe)
3 cloves garlic
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onions, chopped
2 cups tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup vegetables (as desired)
1 cup leafy vegetables (nakati)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons beef curry (store-bought)
4 cups matoke, peeled and chopped

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 is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers heart-healthy fats, while sunflower oil is budget-friendly.

1

Boil cow intestines (tripe) with garlic and bay leaves for about one hour.

2

Remove the tripe from the water and separate to reduce fat.

3

Heat olive oil in a pan and add the boiled tripe until coated and golden brown.

4

Add chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant.

5

Add chopped onions and cook until translucent.

6

Stir in chopped tomatoes and tomato paste to thicken the sauce.

7

Add broth from boiling the tripe to the mixture and season with salt, black pepper, and half a tablespoon of paprika.

8

Add whole matoke to the pot and cover to cook on medium heat.

9

Add vegetables on top to steam for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

steamingsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potskilletsteamerknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

MatokeMatookeBeef Katogo

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