Carne de Vaca com Ginguba e Legumes
Tender chunks of beef simmered in a rich peanut sauce with a medley of fresh vegetables. This hearty and flavorful dish is a comforting staple in Angolan cuisine.
🧂 Ingredients
- 700 g Beef stew meat(cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 150 g Peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 1 large Onion(chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 medium Tomatoes(chopped)
- 2 medium Carrots(sliced)
- 2 medium Potatoes(cubed)
- 150 g Green beans(trimmed and cut)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 750 ml Beef broth or water
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1 Bay leaf
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Season beef cubes with salt and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, then set aside.
⏱️ 10 minutes - 2
In the same pot, reduce heat to medium and sauté the chopped onion until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
⏱️ 7 minutes - 3
Add minced garlic and chopped tomatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes until tomatoes start to break down.
⏱️ 5 minutes - 4
Return the browned beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth or water, add the bay leaf, and bring to a simmer.
- 5
Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beef is tender.
⏱️ 1 hour - 6
Stir in the peanut butter until well combined. Add the sliced carrots, cubed potatoes, and green beans.
- 7
Continue to simmer, covered, for another 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened.
⏱️ 25 minutes💡 Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. - 8
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Serve hot, often with funge or rice.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use natural, unsweetened peanut butter for the best authentic flavor.
- ✓If the sauce is too thick, add a little more broth or water.
- ✓For a deeper flavor, you can marinate the beef in some spices overnight.
🔄 Variations
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or sweet potatoes.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped chili.
- Substitute lamb or chicken for beef.