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Caril de Amendoim com Carne de Vaca
Prato Principal Traditional
About the Dish
<p><strong>Peanut curry with beef</strong> is a traditional Mozambican dish that combines intense flavors and creamy textures. It is highly appreciated in the southern regions of the country, such as Maputo, Gaza and Inhambane, and represents a fusion between local ingredients and culinary techniques inherited from various cultures.</p><ul>
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<p><strong>Creamy base</strong> made with coconut milk and pounded peanuts</p>
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<p><strong>Beef</strong> slowly cooked until tender and absorbing the aromas of the sauce</p>
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<p><strong>Aromatic seasoning</strong> with onion, tomato, garlic and chili pepper (optional for spiciness)</p>
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<p>Traditionally served with <strong>white rice</strong> or <strong>xima</strong></p>
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Nutritional Information (per serving)
Ingredients
Preparation Method
<h4>1. <strong>Prepare the peanut milk</strong></h4>
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<p>Place the pounded peanuts in a bowl with hot water.</p>
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<p>Mix well and strain to extract the peanut milk.</p>
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<p>Reserve this thick and aromatic liquid.</p>
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<h4>2. <strong>Cook the beef</strong></h4>
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<p>In a pot, place the beef pieces with salt and chopped onion.</p>
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<p>Let it cook until the meat is tender and starts to release sauce.</p>
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<p>Add the chopped tomatoes and a little hot water.</p>
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<p>Cook for about 30 minutes.</p>
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<h4>3. <strong>Prepare the sauce</strong></h4>
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<p>In another pot, bring the peanut milk and coconut milk (if using) to heat.</p>
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<p>Stir well until it starts to boil.</p>
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<h4>4. <strong>Combine everything</strong></h4>
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<p>Add the cooked beef to the peanut sauce.</p>
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<p>Add chopped garlic, chili pepper (if you want it spicy) and adjust the salt.</p>
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<p>Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and the flavors integrate.</p>
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<h4>5. <strong>Finishing</strong></h4>
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<p>The curry will be ready when it is thick and aromatic.</p>
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<p>Serve with white rice, xima or cassava flour.</p>
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