Seswaa

Seswaa
Botswana
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 1 kg beef chuck or brisket
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup beef broth or water
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

Prepare the Beef

Season the beef with salt and pepper.

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add the beef and brown on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.

Cook the Base

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they start to break down.

Add Spices and Beef

Stir in the ground paprika, ground cumin, and ground coriander.

Return the browned beef to the pot.

Add the beef broth or water and bay leaves. Stir to combine.

Simmer

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender and can be easily shredded.

Shred the Beef

Remove the beef from the pot and shred it using two forks.

Return the shredded beef to the pot and stir to combine with the sauce.

Serve

Enjoy your meal!