Thieboudienne (spicy Beef Stew With Plantains)

Thieboudienne is a popular spicy beef stew with plantains from Malian cuisine. This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for a comforting meal with family and friends.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Malian Spicy Beef Stew Plantains Malian Cuisine
Thieboudienne (spicy Beef Stew With Plantains)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef, cut into cubes
  • 2 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup tomato paste
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
  3. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the diced tomatoes and water. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
  6. Add the sliced plantains to the stew and cook for an additional 15 minutes until the plantains are tender.
  7. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Wooden spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Thieboudienne with steamed rice or couscous for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, you can add more scotch bonnet pepper according to your preference.

Cost

$15