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African Beef Recipe

Indulge in this rich and creamy African beef stew, a slow-cooker masterpiece! Tender beef simmered in a luscious peanut butter sauce with vibrant vegetables. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal or a special occasion. This recipe is easy to follow and delivers incredible flavor.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 755.7 kcal
Protein 96g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for African Beef

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup carrots, chopped
  • 1 1/2 lbs stewing beef
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf

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How to Make African Beef

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter and 2 cups beef broth until smooth.
  2. Set aside.
  3. Cut 1.5 lbs stewing beef into 1 1/2-inch cubes.
  4. Season beef generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons canola oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  6. Add 1 large onion (chopped), 4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), and 1 cup carrots (chopped).
  7. Sauté until onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  8. Add the seasoned beef and cook, stirring frequently, until browned on all sides.
  9. Pour in the peanut butter mixture, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 cup beef broth, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1 bay leaf.
  10. Stir well to combine and bring to a boil.
  11. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, or until the beef is incredibly tender. (For slow cooker: Cook on low for 7 hours.)
  12. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  13. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
  14. Serve hot over rice, couscous, or your favorite side dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

90g

Carbs

6g

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Soups, Stews & Chilis Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat African Slow Cooker One Pot Meals

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Main Dish Beef African Dietary Low Carb Low In Something Meat 4 Hours Or Less