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Orman Kebabı
Medium 1 hr 40 min~430 kcal 10/10
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Beef Potjiekos
Beef, potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and corn layer slowly in a cast-iron pot for a South African one-pot classic.
Hard⏱️ 3 hr📖 1 min readServes 6~540 kcal🇿🇦 South African🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 140 min cook 10 min rest
- #High Protein
- #One-Pot
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 3 h- Prep30 min
- Resting/Marinating10 min
- Cooking2 h 20 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 1 kg Diced beef
- 2 adet Onions
- 3 diş Garlic
- 4 adet Potatoes
- 4 adet Carrots
- 300 gr Mushrooms
- 2 adet Corn on the cob
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Tomato paste
- 4 su bardağı(~800 ml) Beef broth
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Dried thyme
- 2 adet Bay leaves
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Vegetable oil
- 1.5 tatlı kaşığı(~15 ml) Salt
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Heat a cast-iron pot over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
- 2
Sear the beef in batches for 8 minutes, then set aside.
8 min08:00 - 3
Soften the onion and garlic in the same pot for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the tomato paste and saute for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 5
Return the meat to the pot and add the beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.
- 6
Layer the potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and corn over the meat.
- 7
Cover and cook over low heat for 2 hours without stirring.
2 hr120:00 - 8
When the vegetables are tender, rest for 10 minutes and serve hot.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Leaving the vegetables layered over the meat preserves potjiekos's slow-cooked texture.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with pap, plain rice, or steamed bread.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~540
kcal calories
38
g protein
46
g carbs
22
g fat
Protein 28%Carbs 34%Fat 38%
GI 34 · Low GIGL 16 · Medium GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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FAQ
How many servings does Beef Potjiekos make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Beef Potjiekos take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 140 minutes, including 10 minutes of passive resting; 180 minutes in total.Is Beef Potjiekos difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Beef Potjiekos have?
Approximately 540 kcal per serving. Protein: 38g, carbs: 46g, fat: 22g.Is Beef Potjiekos allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Beef Potjiekos belong to?
This recipe belongs to South African cuisine.How many ingredients does Beef Potjiekos need?
This recipe needs 14 ingredients.
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