Hearty Kenyan Stew
A flavorful and comforting stew originating from Kenya, featuring earthy spices and tender beef.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound beef stew meatcut into 1-inch cubes
- ●2 medium carrotspeeled and chopped
- ●2 stalks celerychopped
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●2 tablespoons earthly spice blendavailable at most African or international markets
- ●2 tablespoons tomato pasteoptional
- ●4 cups stew brothhomemade or store-bought
- ● salt and pepperto taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
- 4
Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the earthly spice blend and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the tomato paste, if using, and cook for 1 minute.
- 7
Add the stew broth and bring to a boil.
- 8
Return the beef to the pot and bring the stew to a simmer.
- 9
Reduce the heat to low and cook, covered, until the beef is tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
- 10
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired.