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African Beef Stew
Cook time60 mins
Servings7 people
Difficultyeasy
OriginUnknown
Recipe by Chef Lawrence
Available for hire
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Season & Boil The Beef
• Wash beef and place in a large pot• Add 2 chopped onions, 2 seasoning cubes, 1 tsp salt, and half or the garlic and ginger blend.• Add a little water, cover and cook on medium heat until beef is very tender.• Reserve the meat stock as we will use for our stew. - 2
Prepare The Tomato Base
• Blend together fresh tomatoes, remaining onions, remaining garlic and ginger, and the fresh pepper.• Heat vegetable oil in a large pot on medium heat.• Add tomato paste and fry 5-7 minutes while stirring.• Add the blended tomato mixture• Fry uncovered, stirring occasionally until, all the water evaporates, oil starts floating on top, and the tomato taste is no longer raw ( 25-35 minutes). - 3
Season The Stew
• Add the remaining Maggi cubes, white/black pepper, curry powder, thyme, bay leaves, and njansa (if using)• Stir well and let simmer for 5 minutes. - 4
Add Beef & Stock
• Add cooked beef to the stew.• Pour in beef stock gradually until desired thickness.• Stir gently - 5
Taste, Adjust & Rest
• Taste and adjust salt and pepper.• Let stew simmer on low heat until oil settles nicely on top.• Turn off heat and let rest 10-15 minutes - 6
Serve With
• White Rice• Boiled or fried plantains• Bread• Sweet Potatoes• Yam• Garri• Cocoyam
Frequently Asked Questions about African Beef Stew
What is African Beef Stew?
African Beef Stew is an authentic African dish shared by Chef Lawrence on Tamub. Browse the full ingredient list and step-by-step cooking instructions above.
How long does African Beef Stew take to make?
African Beef Stew takes approximately 60 minutes to prepare. Follow the step-by-step instructions on this page for the full cooking process.
What are the main ingredients in African Beef Stew?
The main ingredients for African Beef Stew include: 2.5 kg of Beef, 10 whole of Fresh Tomatoes, 4 tbsp of Tomato Paste, 4 whole of Onions, 1.5 cups of Vegetable Oil. See the full ingredient list above.
How difficult is it to make African Beef Stew?
African Beef Stew has a difficulty level of easy. The step-by-step instructions on this page are designed to guide cooks of all levels.