Description
A savory and spicy Viral Nigerian Beef Stew bursting with rich flavors and vibrant colors, perfect for a comforting meal or an exciting feast. This adaptable dish is easy to prepare and tastes even better the next day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 2 pounds Beef, cut into tender cuts like stewing beef or beef chuck
- 4 large Roma Tomatoes, blended
- 2–3 Scotch Bonnet Peppers, blended (adjust for spice level)
- 4 cups Chicken or Beef Broth
- Salt and Spices, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 finely chopped onion, stirring frequently, and sauté for about 5–7 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- While the onions cook, blend 4 fresh Roma tomatoes and 2–3 Scotch Bonnet peppers in a food processor until smooth. Pour this mixture into the pot with the onions, stirring well. Allow frying on medium heat for about 10–15 minutes until it thickens.
- Add 2 pounds of tender beef to the pot. Sear the beef on medium-high heat for about 5–7 minutes until browned on all sides.
- Pour in 4 cups of broth, ensuring the beef is submerged. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender.
- After simmering, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired. Serve your Viral Nigerian Beef Stew hot over steamed white rice, yams, or alongside fried plantains.
Notes
- This stew tastes even better the next day, making it perfect for leftovers.
- Adjust the number of Scotch Bonnet peppers to control the spice level.
- You can reduce the oil for a lighter version.
- Experiment with different proteins like chicken or lamb.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: West African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg