Nyama
HB-1580 · Hand-built original · Congolese
Nyama is a traditional Congolese dish that typically features grilled or stewed meat, often served with a variety of sides. It holds cultural significance as a staple in communal gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing hospitality and abundance.
Main ingredient: beef
Pairs well with: mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, red wine sauce, yorkshire pudding, green beans
Ingredients
- 2 lb 3 oz beef or goat meat on the bone, cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 2 large tomatoes, chopped
- 2 green bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup water, plus more as needed
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, to garnish
Method
- Season the meat with the salt, pepper, ginger and paprika.
- Heat the oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat. Brown the meat in batches for 5-6 minutes per batch and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium, add the onion to the same pot and cook for 5 minutes, scraping up the browned bits. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Return the meat with any juices, add the tomatoes and the cup of water, and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook over low heat for 1 hour 15 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding a splash of water if the pot dries out, until the meat is tender.
- Stir in the bell peppers and cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes until the peppers are just tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Taste for salt, scatter with parsley and serve hot with rice, fufu or grilled plantain.
Prep: 15 min · Cook: 90 min · Total: 105 min
Nutrition (per serving, where published)
Estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data