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Kenyan Kunde Braised Beef And Spinach Stew

Name: Kenyan Kunde Braised Beef And Spinach Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Kenyan
Ingredients: 450 g halal beef chuck, cut into thin strips; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 medium red onion, diced; 3 clove garlic, minced; 3 medium ripe tomatoes, pureed; 2 tbsp smooth peanut butter, unsweetened; 300 g fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped; 350 ml halal beef broth, warm

A comforting Western Kenyan leafy green stew featuring tender beef strips cooked with tomatoes, baby spinach, and creamy roasted peanut sauce.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 35 min
Total: 50 min

Technique to learn

Emulsifying Peanut Gravy

Blending ground peanut paste into warm broth before simmering creates a velvety, velvety sauce that binds stewed meat and leafy greens.

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a deep skillet over high heat.
Step 2: Add beef strips in a single layer and sear for 5 minutes until well browned, then transfer to a plate.

Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add remaining oil, diced red onion, and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for 3 minutes until soft.

Step 4: Stir in tomato puree and cook for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens and darkens slightly.

Step 5: Whisk peanut butter into warm beef broth until smooth, pour into skillet, and return browned beef to the pan.

Step 6: Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for 15 minutes, then fold in chopped spinach and cook for 3 minutes until greens are fully wilted.

Cooking tips

Cowpea leaves can be substituted for spinach if available for a more authentic traditional taste.
Whisking peanut butter into warm broth before adding to the pan ensures a smooth sauce without lumps.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Kenyan; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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