West African Palm Soup

West African Palm Soup

A rich and savory tomato-based stew with tender meat, vegetables, and aromatic palm oil that's traditionally served with fufu or rice.

⏱ 90 minServes 4West African

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons palm oil
  • 1.5 pounds beef or lamb, cubed
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups canned diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 pound spinach or kale, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. 1Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the cubed meat on all sides, about 8 minutes.
  2. 2Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant, approximately 3 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, then add diced tomatoes and beef broth.
  4. 4Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 40 minutes until meat is tender.
  5. 5Add diced carrots and simmer for 10 more minutes.
  6. 6Stir in chopped spinach or kale and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes.
  7. 7Season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to taste and serve hot with fufu or rice.

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