Popular street food in Cameroon: Beeftek (Beefsteak). How to make this tasty beef and plantains dish

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork can be less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less costly.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper has a similar flavor profile, while paprika adds color.

Marinate beef with lime juice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add marinated beef to the skillet and sear until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Remove beef and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

In the same skillet, add onions, bell peppers, and carrots; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes, thyme, bay leaves, and cayenne pepper; cook until tomatoes break down, about 3-4 minutes.

Return sliced beef to the skillet, mixing well with vegetables; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Serve hot, garnished with parsley and accompanied by boiled potatoes.

Cooking Techniques

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