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African Beef Stew

Cultural Context

Originating from various regions in Africa, beef stew is a staple that reflects the continent's diverse culinary traditions. Often prepared for gatherings, it showcases local ingredients and spices, bringing families together around a hearty meal. Today, variations exist across the globe, with each culture adding its unique twist, making it a beloved dish in many households.

AfricanRWmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef
1 large onion
3 cloves garlic
2 cups carrots
2 cups potatoes
2 cups tomatoes
1 green bell pepper
1 medium zucchini
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups vegetable stock
1/2 cup ground peanuts

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 offers lower fat content, while pork is often less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made from scraps.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier with beneficial fats, while canola is often cheaper.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Dried basil can mimic some herbal notes at a lower cost.

1

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

2

Add chopped onions and cook until translucent.

3

Stir in minced garlic and cook for a moment until fragrant.

4

Add cubed beef and brown on all sides.

5

Incorporate chopped carrots, potatoes, green bell pepper, and zucchini into the pan.

6

Pour in vegetable stock and add tomato paste and chopped tomatoes.

7

Season with salt, black pepper, and soy sauce to taste.

8

Add ground peanuts to the mixture.

9

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until beef is tender.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Beef MchomoBeef Tagine

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