Botswanan Seswaa
Beef slowly cooked with water and salt until very tender, then pounded or shredded. Makes 4 servings; times are approximate.
Seswaa is a simple, slow-cooked meat dish from Botswana. This version uses 1 kg of beef, water, and salt. Allow about 15 minutes of preparation and 4 to 5 hours of cooking; serve with pap if you like.
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Method
- 01
Cook the beef
Put the beef in a large pot with the salt and 2 cups of water, or enough to cover it. Bring the liquid to a boil, cover, and lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for 4 to 5 hours; check occasionally that some liquid remains and add a little water if needed.
Ready to continue when: The beef is very tender and separates easily; the liquid has not evaporated completely.
270 min - 02
Pound and serve
Lift the beef out of the pot and pound it until shredded; if you prefer, pull it apart with two forks. Serve hot, on its own or with pap.
Ready to continue when: The beef is shredded into strands and ready to serve.
10 min
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Sources and review
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