Nkwobi: Spiced Beef & Palm Oil
Nigerian palm oil stew with tender beef, aromatic spices, and a touch of heat. Soft and rich, served as a celebration dish or hearty dinner.
- Total time
- 50 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 620
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat beef dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium-high until shimmering, ~2 minutes.
Step 3
Working in batches, sear beef without stirring until edges brown, ~3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
Step 4
Add diced onion to the pot, scraping up browned bits. Cook 2 minutes until softened.
Step 5
Stir in garlic and ginger. Cook 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
Step 6
Return beef to the pot. Add whole scotch bonnet pepper and 1 cup water.
Step 7
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and braise 35–40 minutes until beef is very tender.
Step 8
Remove whole pepper. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve hot in a bowl with the rich oil.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid
- paper towels
- knife and cutting board
- wooden spoon
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