Traditional Zimbabwean Nyama ne Muriwo – Full Recipe! The most popular dish in Zimbabwe

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

collard greens

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is widely available and offers similar nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats but can be pricier.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity at a lower cost.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced beef and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer.

Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika, then cover and cook for 1-1.5 hours until beef is tender.

In a separate pot, boil water and add chopped collard greens, cooking until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain collard greens and set aside.

Once beef is tender, add chopped tomatoes, carrots, and bell peppers to the pot.

Cook for an additional 15 minutes until vegetables are soft.

Stir in cooked collard greens and lime juice, mixing well.

Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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