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Medium 1 hr 43 min~430 kcal 9/10
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Ofada Stew
A Nigerian pepper stew with beef, liver, and palm oil, cooked down until bold and glossy for serving with rice.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 45 min📖 1 min readServes 6~470 kcal🇳🇬 Nigerian🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 75 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 45 min- Prep30 min
- Cooking1 h 15 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 700 g Beef cubes
- 6 Green peppers
- 3 Red peppers
- 2 Onions
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Palm oil
- 250 g Beef liver
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Dried shrimp powder
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Iru (fermented African locust beans)
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
- 1 Bay leaf
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Instructions
- 1
Boil the beef with the bay leaf and salt until tender.
40 min40:00 - 2
Blend the peppers and onions into a coarse puree.
- 3
Heat the palm oil in a pot and add the pepper puree.
- 4
Fry the sauce over medium heat for 20 minutes.
20 min20:00 - 5
Add the boiled beef, beef liver, dried shrimp powder, and iru seasoning.
- 6
Cook the sauce for 15 minutes more, until it thickens.
15 min15:00
💡 Tip: Do not leave the pepper puree watery; the frying time removes its raw aroma and lets the oil rise to the surface.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve Ofada stew with steamed rice, cucumber slices, and fresh greens.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~470
kcal calories
31
g protein
12
g carbs
34
g fat
Protein 26%Carbs 10%Fat 64%
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.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Ofada Stew make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Ofada Stew take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 75 minutes; 105 minutes in total.Is Ofada Stew difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Ofada Stew have?
Approximately 470 kcal per serving. Protein: 31g, carbs: 12g, fat: 34g.Which allergens does Ofada Stew contain?
This recipe contains Seafood. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Ofada Stew belong to?
This recipe belongs to Nigerian cuisine.How many ingredients does Ofada Stew need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
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