Zimbabwe Sadza and Beef Stew Recipe

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

maize meal

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is more nutritious, while rice is a budget-friendly option.

In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.

Add the beef stew meat and brown it on all sides.

Stir in the diced tomatoes, bell pepper, carrots, and potatoes. Cook for a few minutes until they start to soften.

Pour in the beef broth and add the paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.

Bring the stew to a simmer, then cover and let it cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the stew has thickened. Add more water or broth if needed.

While the stew is simmering, prepare the Sadza. In a separate pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Slowly add the maize meal while continuously stirring to avoid lumps. Reduce the heat and continue to cook, stirring regularly, until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pot.

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