Trincado African Beef Stew – Portugal

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 14
Trincado African Beef Stew - Portugal recipe for a hearty meal
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Prep

15 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 1/2 lbs beef , rump roast , cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cups Spanish onions , coarsely chopped
1 -2 tablespoon hot pepper paste ( may sub chopped , stemmed chili peppers , or hot sauce )
4 garlic cloves , smashed
1 bay leaf
2 cups red wine ( or 1 cup wine and 1 cup water or beef stock )
24 black olives
1/4 cup flour ( mixed with 1/4 cup water )
1 teaspoon salt , coarse sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper , freshly ground

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
500
Sugar
5g
Fat
28g
Trincado African Beef Stew is a traditional Portuguese dish with African influences. This hearty stew is composed of tender beef cubes, spicy hot pepper paste, chopped onions, garlic, and red wine. The beef is cooked low and slow until it's fall-apart tender, and the sauce is thickened with flour to create a savory and flavorful stew. Black olives are added at the end to give the stew a rich and bold taste. This is a perfect meal for the cold winter days, where a comforting and filling dish is needed.

Instructions

1.Heat the olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2.Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
3.Add the garlic, hot pepper paste, bay leaf, and onions to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes until the onions are translucent.
4.Pour in the red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.
5.Add enough water or beef stock to cover the meat, and bring the stew to a boil. Lower heat and let simmer for 1-2 hours until the beef is tender.
6.Add black olives, salt, and black pepper. Whisk flour with water and gradually stir into the stew to thicken.
7.Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until the sauce has thickened.

PROS

This hearty stew is packed with bold flavors, tender beef, and savory olives.

It’s an excellent main dish that can be served with rice, bread, or potatoes.

CONS

This stew takes time to cook, so it’s not ideal for a quick weekday meal.

Also, it requires some specialty ingredients such as Spanish onions and hot pepper paste, which may be difficult to find.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein, iron, and other essential nutrients that may help build and repair muscle tissue, support healthy bones, and improve brain function.
Olives are high in healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants that may reduce inflammation, lower cholesterol levels, and promote heart health.

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