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Chadian Beef and Yam Stew
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A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender chunks of beef and sweet yams simmered in a rich, spiced tomato and onion base. This dish is a comforting staple in Chadian cuisine, often prepared for family gatherings.
🧂 Ingrédients
- 1 kg Beef chuck(cut into 2-inch cubes)
- 750 g Yams(peeled and cut into 1.5-inch chunks)
- 3 large Onions(chopped)
- 400 g Tomatoes(crushed or pureed)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger(grated)
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 500 ml Beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper(or to taste)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- for garnish Fresh cilantro(chopped)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.
- 2
Add chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened and lightly browned.
- 3
Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- 5
Return the browned beef to the pot. Add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and black pepper.
💡 Conseils de pro: Ensure all spices are well distributed. - 6
Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Add the yam chunks to the pot. Stir gently to combine. Cover and continue to simmer for another 30-40 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the beef is very tender.
💡 Conseils de pro: Avoid over-stirring once yams are added to prevent them from breaking apart. - 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
💡 Conseils de pro: Serve hot with rice or millet.
💡 Conseils de pro
- ✓For a deeper flavor, marinate the beef in spices overnight.
- ✓If the stew becomes too thick, add a little more beef broth or water.
- ✓Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred level of heat.
✨ Idées de variations
Inspiration pour votre propre version de cette recette
- Add other root vegetables like carrots or sweet potatoes.
- Incorporate bell peppers for added color and flavor.
- A splash of lemon juice at the end can brighten the flavors.