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HOW TO MAKE SALTED BEEF BEANS STEW|| CROWD PLEASING GHANA RED RED RECIPE

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Ghana Red Red

Cultural Context

Red Red is a popular Ghanaian dish made primarily with black-eyed peas and palm oil, often enjoyed with fried plantains. It embodies the essence of West African cuisine with its rich flavors and vibrant colors. Traditionally served as a comfort food, it is a staple during family gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations exist, with some incorporating different proteins or spices, making it a beloved dish beyond Ghana.

GhanaianGHmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
beans
salt
8 medium sized tomatoes
pepper
garlic
ginger
onions
salted beef
palm oil

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a similar flavor with less saturated fat.

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are often less expensive and save prep time.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tofu provides a protein source for vegetarians.

plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Regular potatoes are more readily available and versatile.

1

Pick through the beans to remove spoiled ones and rinse them.

2

Add a lot of water to the beans and a little bit of salt, then boil for about 45 minutes.

3

Chop 8 medium sized tomatoes, removing the seeds, and place them in a blender.

4

Chop onions, garlic, and ginger.

5

Heat palm oil in a pan and sauté chopped onions for about 5 seconds.

6

Add the salted beef to the pan and fry for about 5 minutes.

7

Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan and let them fry until they are no longer solid.

8

Add blended tomatoes, onions, pepper, garlic, and ginger to the pan, stir, and cover for about 20-30 minutes, checking occasionally.

9

Add a little bit of seasoning powder to the mixture, then add the beans gradually.

10

Add water to achieve the desired consistency, cover, and let it simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes.

11

Check the stew after 10 minutes to ensure the consistency is not too thick or too loose.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingsautéingfrying

Equipment Needed

panblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Red Red BeansGhanaian Red Red

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