Name: Traditional Egusi Maafe from Nigeria
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Nigeria
Ingredients: 500g (about 1 lb) beef or goat meat, cubed; 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 4 cups water or broth; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or palm oil; 1 cup freshly grated egusi (melon seeds); 2 tablespoons dried spinach (optional, for extra creaminess); 2 tablespoons ground crayfish (optional, for seafood flavor); 1 tablespoon ground ginger (optional); Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Egusi Maafe 🇳🇬 Nigeria

A rich, creamy stew made with ground melon seeds and meat, often served with rice.

Nigeria stew

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