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Rice with Orange-Glazed Meat
A fragrant and flavorful Madagascan dish featuring tender meat (often beef or zebu) slow-cooked in a savory broth infused with citrus and spices, served with rice.
🧂 Ingredients
- 750 g Beef or Zebu(cubed)
- 2 medium Onions(chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 inch piece Ginger(grated)
- 250 ml Orange juice
- 1 tbsp Orange zest
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 1 small Cinnamon stick
- 2 Bay leaves
- 500 ml Water or beef broth
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- for serving Cooked rice
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the meat on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- 2
Add chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add turmeric, cumin, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves. Stir well to combine with the aromatics.
💡 Tip: Toast spices briefly to enhance flavor - 5
Return the browned meat to the pot. Pour in the orange juice and water or beef broth.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the meat is tender.
💡 Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking - 7
Stir in the orange zest during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
- 8
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves and cinnamon stick before serving.
💡 Tip: Adjust seasoning carefully - 9
Serve hot over cooked rice.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Using zebu meat, traditional in Madagascar, will provide a richer flavor.
- ✓Adjust the amount of orange juice and zest to your preference for citrus intensity.
- ✓For a thicker sauce, you can remove the meat and simmer the sauce uncovered for a few minutes before serving.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for a hint of heat.
- Incorporate other root vegetables like carrots or sweet potatoes during the last 30 minutes of simmering.
- Substitute chicken or pork for beef/zebu.