Nigerian-inspired Horseshoe Sandwich

Ingredients

In this Nigerian-inspired version of the Horseshoe Sandwich, we incorporate traditional Nigerian spices and flavors to give it a unique twist. The original American sandwich is typically made with ground beef, but we substitute it with a blend of ground beef and Nigerian suya spice, which adds a smoky and slightly spicy flavor. The tomato sauce is infused with Nigerian spices such as curry powder, thyme, and garlic, giving it a distinct Nigerian taste. Additionally, we use Nigerian bread, which has a slightly denser texture compared to American bread, adding to the authenticity of the dish. We alse have the original recipe for Horseshoe Sandwich, so you can check it out.

• 4 slices of Nigerian bread 4 slices of Nigerian bread
• 500g (1.1 lb) ground beef 500g (1.1 lb) ground beef
• 2 tablespoons Nigerian suya spice 2 tablespoons Nigerian suya spice
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Vegetable oil for frying Vegetable oil for frying
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 9g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 5g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the ground beef, Nigerian suya spice, half of the chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well and shape into patties.
2. 2.
   Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the patties until cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Set aside.
3. 3.
   In the same pan, add the remaining chopped onion, diced tomatoes, and red bell pepper. Cook until softened.
4. 4.
   Stir in the tomato paste, curry powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. 5.
   Place the toasted Nigerian bread slices on a serving plate. Arrange the cooked meat patties on top of the bread.
6. 6.
   Spoon the tomato sauce over the patties, ensuring they are fully covered.
7. 7.
   Garnish with fresh parsley.
8. 8.
   Serve the Nigerian-inspired Horseshoe Sandwich open-faced and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Nigerian suya spice — If you can't find suya spice, you can make your own by combining ground peanuts, paprika, cayenne pepper, ginger, garlic powder, and onion powder.
• Nigerian bread — If Nigerian bread is not available, you can use a dense whole wheat bread as a substitute.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a few dashes of Nigerian scotch bonnet pepper sauce to the tomato sauce.
• Serve the sandwich with a side of Nigerian jollof rice for a complete meal.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of Nigerian suya spice used in the meat patties.

Serving advice

Serve the Nigerian-inspired Horseshoe Sandwich open-faced on a large plate to showcase its vibrant colors and flavors.

Presentation advice

Garnish the sandwich with a sprinkle of additional Nigerian suya spice and a few fresh parsley leaves for an appealing presentation.