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Nigerian Beef Stew
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef (diced)
- 2 medium onions
- 4 large tomatoes
- 2 large red bell pepper
- 1 jalapeño
- 1/2 cup palm oil
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- optional cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by marinating the beef. In a bowl, combine the diced beef with salt, black pepper, and a tablespoon of ground ginger. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat a combination of palm oil and vegetable oil over medium heat until hot.
- Add finely chopped onions to the pot and sauté until they become translucent.
- In a blender, combine fresh tomatoes, red bell peppers, jalapeño (for heat), and a bit of onion. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the blended mixture into the pot with the sautéed onions. Cook on medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.
- Add the marinated beef to the pot, along with bay leaves, thyme, and any remaining marinade. Stir well to coat the beef in the sauce.
- Cover the pot and allow it to cook for about 1 to 1.5 hours on low heat, stirring occasionally. Add water if it begins to dry out.
- When the beef is tender and the sauce is thick, taste and adjust the seasoning, adding salt or more pepper as desired.
- Serve the Nigerian Beef Stew hot, garnished with chopped cilantro or parsley, alongside rice or fried plantains.
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