Description
Indulge in the rich, bold flavors of this Viral Nigerian Beef Stew Recipe that promises to elevate your culinary skills. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish features tender beef simmered in a spicy and vibrant red pepper and tomato sauce. With a unique blend of spices and a beautiful presentation, it’s not just a meal but an experience. The stew is versatile enough to pair beautifully with rice, yams, or fried plantains, catering to different preferences. Adjust the spice level to suit everyone at the table, making it family-friendly and meal prep-ready. Get ready to savor every bite of this comforting West African classic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kg beef (chuck or stewing beef), cut into chunks
- 3 red bell peppers, deseeded
- 3 scotch bonnet peppers (adjust to taste)
- 1 medium onion
- 400 g canned tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 tsp chicken bouillon powder
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large pot, season the beef with salt, chicken bouillon powder, and chopped onions. Cover with water and boil until tender.
- In a blender, combine the red bell peppers, scotch bonnet peppers, canned tomatoes, and onion. Blend until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Fry the blended pepper mixture for 15–20 minutes until thickened.
- Add the cooked beef along with some reserved broth. Stir in optional spices if desired and simmer uncovered for another 15–20 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot over rice or yams.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: West African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg