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Botswana Seswaa Recipe: Slowly Simmered Shredded Beef

Botswana Seswaa Recipe: Slowly Simmered Shredded Beef

Authentic Seswaa recipe. Discover the secrets of this specialty. Step-by-step guide for a successful dish.

Prep.
10 min
Cuisson
180 min
Total
190 min
Servings
4 personnes
Niveau
Moyen
Cuisine
Botswana — Afrique australe

Ingrédients

  • - 500 g de viande de bœuf (poitrine ou autre morceau tendre)
  • - Sel au goût
  • - Eau (suffisante pour couvrir la viande)

Préparation

  1. 1
    Préparation de la viande : Coupez la viande en gros morceaux ou laissez-la entière si vous préférez. Placez-la dans la marmite.
  2. 2
    Cuisson initiale : Couvrez la viande d'eau et portez à ébullition sur feu vif. Une fois que l'eau bout, réduisez le feu et laissez mijoter à couvert pendant 2 à 3 heures, jusqu'à ce que la viande soit tendre.
  3. 3
    Pilage de la viande : Une fois cuite, égouttez la viande tout en réservant un peu du bouillon. À l'aide d'une cuillère en bois, pilez la viande dans la marmite. Ajoutez un peu d'eau de cuisson si nécessaire pour obtenir une texture moelleuse.
  4. 4
    Assaisonnement : Ajoutez du sel au goût pendant le pilage. Traditionnellement, aucun autre assaisonnement n'est utilisé.

Informations nutritionnelles

Valeurs pour 1 portion

275 Calories
38g Protéines
0g Glucides
14g Lipides
0g Fibres
0g Sucres
5g Graisses sat.
60mg Sodium

Astuces et conseils

Pour un goût optimal, assurez-vous que la viande est bien dorée avant de commencer à piler. Si vous utilisez de la viande séchée (comme le biltong), vous pouvez ajouter des oignons pour plus de saveur. Le seswaa est souvent servi avec une bouillie de maïs ou du sorgho, qui complète parfaitement le plat.
Pour aller plus loin : histoire, variantes, accompagnements et conseils

In brief

  • Botswanan Seswaa: beef boiled then shredded, a national dish
  • Origin: Botswana (a national dish)
  • Essential ingredients: beef (chuck, shank), onion, salt, water
  • A shared dish, central to family meals and ceremonies.

Origins and cultural history of Botswanan Seswaa

Botswanan Seswaa has its roots in Botswana. It is found mainly in all of Botswana (a national dish). It is an integral part of the local culinary heritage and continues to be passed down from generation to generation, from family kitchens to the tables of Afro-Caribbean diaspora restaurants in France.

Its preparation remains rooted in precise gestures. Each family adds its personal touch, according to the available ingredients and regional customs.

What are the essential ingredients of Botswanan Seswaa

The preparation of Botswanan Seswaa relies on a few essential ingredients found in most African and Caribbean online grocery stores, including NKOSI.

  • beef (chuck, shank)
  • onion
  • salt
  • water

What to serve Botswanan Seswaa with

Botswanan Seswaa is traditionally served with: pap, morogo (leafy greens). The choice depends on the regions, the seasons and family preferences.

For drinks, this dish is often accompanied by: sorghum beer.

Nutritional benefits of Botswanan Seswaa

Botswanan Seswaa provides several interesting nutrients: complete proteins. For a balanced diet, it is advisable to combine it with vegetables and to vary the protein sources.

Frequently asked questions about Botswanan Seswaa

How to store Botswanan Seswaa after preparation?

Botswanan Seswaa keeps for 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container. It reheats gently over low heat or in the oven, adding a little water if necessary.

Can Botswanan Seswaa be frozen?

Yes, the dish freezes very well for up to 3 months. Defrost it overnight in the refrigerator then reheat gently.

What is the preparation time for Botswanan Seswaa?

Allow on average 15 to 30 minutes of preparation and 45 to 90 minutes of cooking, depending on the version. Traditional versions require slow cooking to develop all the flavours.

Where to find the authentic ingredients of Botswanan Seswaa in France?

NKOSI offers the essential ingredients (spices, dry ingredients, specialised preserves) through its online shop nkosiagro.com, with fast delivery in France and Europe.

Find them in the NKOSI shop

And for more flavours, browse our NKOSI catalogue — African and Caribbean grocery online.

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