Nigerian Beef Stew
A flavorful and vibrant Nigerian Beef Stew packed with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices, making it a perfect comfort food for family dinners.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb beef Use a tender cut for best results.
- 3 plum tomatoes plum tomatoes Fresh tomatoes are preferred for a richer flavor.
- 1 red bell pepper red bell pepper
- 1 habanero pepper habanero pepper Adjust according to desired spice level.
- 1 onion 1 onion (divided) Half for blending, half for sautéing.
- 1.5 cups water For boiling the beef.
- 0.5 cup beef stock or broth Enhances the flavor of the stew.
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Plus additional salt to taste.
- 1 tablespoon bouillon powder
- 0.5 teaspoon thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon curry powder
Cooking Oil
- 0.5 cup olive oil For sautéing onions.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the beef under cold running water and place it in a pot with water, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20–25 minutes until tender.
- Blend the plum tomatoes, red bell pepper, habanero pepper, and half of the chopped onion until smooth.
Cooking
- Chop the remaining half of the onion finely and heat the olive oil in a separate pan. Sauté the onions until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the blended tomato mixture and add a little black pepper. Simmer on medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate the cooked beef into the pan with 1/2 cup of beef stock. Stir gently to combine.
- Season the stew with thyme, bouillon powder, and curry powder. Adjust with more salt if needed.
- Cover the pot and let the stew simmer on medium-low heat for about 10 minutes.
Serving
- Serve the Nigerian Beef Stew hot alongside rice, fried plantains, or fresh bread.
Notes
Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for best flavor. Feel free to add more habanero for heat or incorporate other vegetables like carrots or potatoes for added nutrition.