African Cabbage Stew
If you are looking for a reliable stew recipe, this African Cabbage Stew is one to keep: 13 ingredients, 6 simple steps, ready in roughly under an hour. It sits firmly in the African tradition, so expect the flavours you would get from a good home kitchen there. Below you will find the full ingredient list, the method, and a few tips we think make the difference.
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Avocado oil
- 2 medium Size onions, neatly chopped
- 4 medium Size garlic, minced
- 3 medium Size stalks celery, minced
- 1 medium Size cabbage, neatly cut
- 2 medium Size potatoes, neatly cut
- 3 medium Size carrots, neatly chopped
- 2 tsp Dried Italian seasoning
- 2 tsp Onion powder
- 2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 3 tbsp Chicken bouillon cube
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 –2 cups water
Method
- Heat the avocado oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add the neatly chopped onions and cook until tender for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and celery and cook until fragrant.
- Add the cabbage, potatoes, carrots, Italian seasonings, onion powder, garlic powder, bouillon cubes, smoked paprika, and water. Cover the saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Check the seasonings and adjust where necessary.
- Remove and serve warm with any complimentary dish of your choice.
Tips for the best African Cabbage Stew
- Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
- Keep the simmer gentle. A hard boil toughens avocado oil and drives off the liquid too fast.
- Let the chicken come up to room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking so it cooks evenly.
Variations
- Slow cooker: brown everything first, then cook on low for 6–8 hours instead of simmering.
- Swap the chicken for turkey or firm tofu or chickpeas — keep the cooking time similar and check for doneness.
- Mild version: halve the chilli and finish with a spoon of yoghurt or cream to soften the heat.
Serving ideas
Pairs well with a simple salad and a glass of something cold.
Storage
Best eaten fresh. Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for 2 days; reheat in a hot pan or oven rather than the microwave to bring the crispness back.
Frequently asked questions
Is this African Cabbage Stew recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 13 ingredients and 6 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
What can I substitute for avocado oil?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Can I make African Cabbage Stew ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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