Mutsindish Matoke with Beef
A hearty and flavorful dish combining tender beef with mashed plantains (matoke) in a rich, savory sauce, often seasoned with traditional Rwandan spices.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 kg Beef stew meat(cubed)
- 6 large Green plantains(peeled and chopped)
- 2 medium Onions(chopped)
- 4 medium Tomatoes(chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 inch piece Ginger(grated)
- 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 500 ml Beef broth
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil 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, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Stir in chopped tomatoes, coriander powder, cumin powder, and turmeric powder. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes break down.
- 5
Return the browned beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth, season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until beef is tender.
- 6
Add the chopped plantains to the pot. Ensure they are submerged in the liquid. Cover and continue to simmer for another 20-25 minutes, or until plantains are very soft and have started to break down, thickening the sauce.
- 7
Stir gently to mash some of the plantains into the sauce, creating a thicker consistency. Adjust seasoning if needed.
💡 Tip: Mash some plantains against the side of the pot to thicken the sauce. - 8
Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander if desired.
💡 Tip: This dish is often served with a side of rice or ugali.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use firm, green plantains for the best texture.
- ✓Adjust the amount of liquid to achieve your desired sauce consistency.
- ✓For a spicier kick, add a chopped chili pepper along with the tomatoes.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a handful of spinach or kale in the last 10 minutes of cooking for added greens.
- Substitute lamb or goat meat for beef.