Today we are going to teach you how to cook Nigerian stew with tinned tomatoes. We have prepared three best and most popular recipes of tomato stews, which will definitely astonish you and your guests' tummies. They are delicious and simple so that everyone can cook them at home. Let's get started!
Stews made with tinned tomatoes have become beloved dishes among thousands of Nigerians. They are not just quick to prepare, but also full of flavors that can elevate any meal. With just a can of tinned tomatoes, you can save time and still create a delicious dish that everyone will love. So, gather your ingredients, and let's dive into the delightful world of Nigerian stews!
Now, it's time to explore our first recipe, which is a hearty tomato stew with beef. This dish promises to be extra tasty and nourishing, making it a favorite among many households. Trust me, once you try it, you'll want to make it again and again!
How to Prepare Nigerian Stew with Tinned Tomatoes
To kick things off, let's begin with the ingredients you will need for the tomato stew with beef:
- Tinned tomatoes - 2 pcs.
- Red bell peppers - 2 pcs.
- Red onion - 1 pcs.
- Habanero pepper - 2 pcs.
- Garlic - 6 cloves
- Tomato paste - 350 g
- Salt - 3 teaspoons
- Black pepper - 1.5 teaspoons
- Water - 1/2 cup
- Vegetable oil - 1 cup
- Beef - 700 g
- Fresh rosemary - 1 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Curry powder - 1 teaspoon
- Beef bouillon cube - 2 pcs.
Start by chopping the vegetables: red bell peppers, red onion, habanero peppers, and garlic cloves. Once you have prepared these, blend them together in a food processor with the tinned tomatoes and tomato paste. Season the mixture with salt and pepper, then add a bit of water to achieve a smooth consistency.
Next, heat vegetable oil in a deep saucepan over medium to high heat. Add the sliced red onion and the remaining salt and pepper. Fry until fragrant before adding the beef pieces and the remaining seasonings. Cook until the beef develops a golden-brown color, which should take around 12 minutes.
Once the meat is ready, pour in the tomato mixture and stir everything together. Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for about 25 minutes until the stew thickens. After this time, your Nigerian stew with tinned tomatoes will be ready to serve!
Exploring a Rich and Flavorful Nigerian Red Stew
Now let's move on to our second recipe: Nigerian red stew, which combines the flavors of beef and chicken. The combination of meats adds to the satisfaction and deliciousness of this dish, making it hard to resist!
Here are the ingredients for this amazing stew:
- Tinned tomato puree - 1,600 g
- Tinned tomato paste - 400 g
- Sunflower or vegetable oil
- Chicken drumsticks - 1.2 kg
- Beef - 1 kg
- Red onion - 1 pcs.
- White onion - 1 pcs.
- Thyme - 1 tablespoon
- Nigerian curry powder - 2 tablespoons
- Habanero or cayenne pepper and salt to taste
First, chop the red and white onions appropriately. Heat the oil in a deep saucepan and add the red onions, cooking them for about 3 minutes. Then, add the tinned tomato to the onions, stirring well, and cover to let it simmer.
Add the chicken and beef chunks to the pot with the remaining white onions and season with spices to allow the meat to absorb the flavors. Once the meat is pale, cover with water and let it cook, checking back to ensure the tomato mixture doesn’t burn.
As the stew simmers, prepare the tinned tomato paste by mixing it with a bit of water for a thinner consistency. Once the pot boils, add the tomato paste and allow everything to cook together briefly.
Grill or broil the cooked meat until it achieves a golden color and then combine it back into the pot with the tomato mixture. After mixing well, bring it to a boil once more. Enjoy your meal!
Nigerian Tomato Stew with Fresh and Tinned Tomatoes
If you’re looking for a meatless option, the third recipe is sure to please: Nigerian tomato stew using both fresh and tinned ingredients. Here’s how to prepare it:
Gather the following ingredients:
- Fresh plum tomatoes - 3.2 kg
- Tinned tomato paste - 400 g
- Onion - 2 pcs.
- Vegetable oil
Start by washing the fresh tomatoes, cutting them into pieces, and removing any unnecessary parts like the stems and seeds. Blend the chunks until smooth. For the onions, chop them well, and mix the tinned tomato paste with a bit of cold water to thin it out.
Pour the blended fresh tomatoes into a saucepan and cook it over high heat until most of the water simmers out. Once the excess water has evaporated, add the vegetable oil, onions, and tinned tomato puree. Stir well and cook on low heat until the oil separates from the tomato mixture.
The stew's ideal consistency should be slightly lumpy, and the taste of raw tomatoes should be absent. Once it’s ready, turn off the stove and drain any excessive oil. Your delicious tomato stew is complete!
With these three delightful recipes, you now have the tools to create delicious Nigerian stews that are sure to impress your family and friends. We encourage you to try them out in your kitchen and enjoy the scrumptious results!
For more tasty ideas, don’t forget to check out our other recipes, including how to make pap with cheese!
