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Beef Stew In Berbere Sauce Recipe

Transport your taste buds to Ethiopia with this rich and flavorful beef stew! Inspired by Sunset Magazine's March 2006 recipe, this dish boasts exotic spices and a warming berbere sauce. Easily adjust the spice level to your preference – reduce cayenne pepper for a milder version. For an authentic twist, substitute Ethiopian Tej honey wine (or mead) for the red wine, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Prepare for a culinary adventure that's both comforting and unforgettable!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 362.3 kcal
Protein 86g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef Stew In Berbere Sauce

  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • Butter (not found in recipe)
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Paprika (not found as separate ingredient; included in 4 tablespoons berbere spice blend)
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • Fenugreek Seeds (not found as separate ingredient; included in 4 tablespoons berbere spice blend)
  • Ground Turmeric (not found as separate ingredient; included in 4 tablespoons berbere spice blend)
  • Cinnamon (not found as separate ingredient; included in 4 tablespoons berbere spice blend)
  • Cardamom (not found as separate ingredient; included in 4 tablespoons berbere spice blend)
  • Ground Cloves (not found as separate ingredient; included in 4 tablespoons berbere spice blend)
  • Ground Allspice (not found in recipe)
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • 2 lbs beef stew meat
  • Salt (not explicitly measured in recipe; likely added to taste or within berbere blend)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons berbere spice blend
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

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How to Make Beef Stew In Berbere Sauce

  1. In a large Dutch oven or pot, brown 2 lbs beef stew meat in 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Remove beef and set aside.
  2. Add 1 large onion, chopped; 2 carrots, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; and 4 cloves garlic, minced, to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 4 tablespoons berbere spice blend, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper (reduce to 1-2 teaspoons for less heat), and 1 teaspoon ground ginger.
  4. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  5. Return the beef to the pot. Add 1 cup dry red wine (or Tej/mead), 2 cups beef broth, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, and 1 bay leaf.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 1.5 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
  7. Stir in 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
  8. Serve hot over rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Garnish with additional cilantro.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

43g

Carbs

3g

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