Karni Stoba with a South Sudanese Twist

Ingredients

In this South Sudanese adaptation, the traditional Goan Karni Stoba is enhanced with the addition of local ingredients such as okra and peanuts. The spices are also adjusted to incorporate South Sudanese flavors, resulting in a stew that is both familiar and excitingly different. We alse have the original recipe for Karni stoba, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef, cubed 500g (1.1 lb) beef, cubed
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups (470ml) beef broth 2 cups (470ml) beef broth
• 1 cup (240ml) water 1 cup (240ml) water
• 200g (7 oz) okra, trimmed and halved 200g (7 oz) okra, trimmed and halved
• 1/2 cup peanuts 1/2 cup peanuts
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 22g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 4g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
2. 2.
   Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot and cook for another minute.
3. 3.
   Add the beef cubes to the pot and brown them on all sides.
4. 4.
   Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, ground coriander, ground cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook for a few minutes until the spices are fragrant.
5. 5.
   Pour in the beef broth and water, then bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1 hour or until the beef is tender.
6. 6.
   Add the okra and peanuts to the pot and continue to simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the okra is cooked through.
7. 7.
   Serve the Karni Stoba hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy with rice or flatbread.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Okra — Make sure to trim the okra and halve it before adding it to the stew. This will help it cook evenly and prevent it from becoming too slimy.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, add a chopped chili pepper to the stew.
• If you prefer a thicker stew, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with a little water and stir it into the stew during the last few minutes of cooking.
• Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.

Serving advice

Serve the Karni Stoba with steamed rice or South Sudanese flatbread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Garnish the stew with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to add a pop of color and freshness to the dish.