World Flavors Cookbook

Nyama na Mchuzi (Beef Stew)

A rich tomato-based beef stew with onions, potatoes, and Kenyan spices — the everyday home cooking staple.

Cuisine: Kenya

Ingredients

• 600g beef, cubed
• 3 tomatoes, blended
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 potatoes, cubed
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 2 tbsp oil
• Salt

Instructions

1. Brown beef in oil in batches.
2. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
3. Add blended tomatoes and curry powder, cook 5 minutes.
4. Return beef, add water, and simmer 25 minutes.
5. Add potatoes and cook until tender. Season with salt.