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ofada stew with white rice.

How to make Ofada Stew

Discover the rich, vibrant flavors of Nigerian cuisine with this authentic Ofada Stew recipe. Made with a blend of indigenous spices, succulent meats and eggs, and aromatic red peppers, this hearty stew pairs perfectly with rice for a truly unforgettable meal. Ideal for those seeking to explore the unique tastes of West Africa.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine African
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs. beef
  • 1½ lbs. tripe
  • 1 onion
  • 4 red bell peppers large
  • 4 red sweet peppers medium
  • 2 jalapeños
  • 1 red habanero pepper
  • 1½ cup red palm oil
  • 1 tbsp locust beans
  • 2 tsp beef Bouillion
  • 2 tsp all-spice seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 tsp crayfish powder

Instructions
 

  • Remove the seeds in the peppers, transfer them to a blender, add half of the onions and blend roughly. Using a sieve or cheesecloth, drain out any water in the pepper mix and set the pepper aside.
  • Cut all the meats into small bits and add to a pot. Add 1 teaspoon each of the beef Bouillion and all-spice, add a little salt and let the meat cook in its own juice for 5 minutes. Now add water up to the level of the meats, add some chopped onions and cook till meats is soft and tender. Drain out the water and set the meat aside.
  • While the meat is cooking, in a separate pot, cook the eggs. Remove the eggshells and set aside.
  • To bleach the oil, add the red palm oil to a pan, cover the pan and turn the heat to low. For example, if your burner's heat count is from level 1-10, reduce the heat to level 4. Do not open the cover of the pot during this bleaching process as the process is smoky. Bleach the oil for 15 minutes. The oil will almost like vegetable oil after the bleaching process.
  • Now, add the cooked meats and cook on both sides till brown. Take them off the pan and set aside. Add chopped onions, the locust beans, fry for 2 minutes. Add the pepper mix, stir and leave to cook for 10 minutes.
  • Add the crayfish powder, bouillon powder, all-spice and salt, stir to combine. Now go in with the fried meats and hard-boiled eggs. Stir and cook for 2 minutes. Serve!

Notes

Tips for the Perfect Ofada Stew

  • Bleaching Palm Oil: This step is crucial for the authentic taste but should be done with caution. Ensure your kitchen is well-ventilated and keep a lid handy to cover the pot in case it gets too smoky.
  • Balancing Heat: Scotch bonnet peppers are very hot, so adjust the quantity to suit your heat tolerance.
  • Meat Selection: The variety of meats adds to the richness of the stew, but you can customize based on your preferences or availability.
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