Rich and Hearty Beef Stew | Zimbabwean-Style Comfort Food 🇿🇼

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made with pantry staples.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds flavor without added calories.

Brown the beef shank or chuck to lock in the flavor.

Sauté the onions until translucent.

Add ripe tomatoes and let everything cook down until rich and thick.

Stir in spices like paprika and oregano.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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