Namibian Kapana with Tomato and Chili Salsa
Grilled strips of beef seasoned with a spiced blend and served with fresh tomato, onion, and chili salsa. Makes 10 servings; preparation time is an estimate.
Kapana is a Namibian street food of grilled meat. This version serves the beef with tomato, onion, and chili salsa and uses a spice blend to season the meat. The serving count and preparation time are estimates.
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Method
- 01
Make the spice blend
Mix the garlic powder, onion powder, coriander, smoked and sweet paprika, chili flakes, thyme, salt, mustard, cumin, brown sugar, ginger, and pepper. Set aside 2 teaspoons for the beef and keep the rest to serve on the side.
Ready to continue when: The spices are evenly combined, with no clumps of sugar.
10 min - 02
Make the salsa
Mix the chopped tomatoes, onion, and fresh chili pepper with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the white vinegar. Set the salsa aside while you prepare the beef.
Ready to continue when: The vegetables are well mixed and lightly coated with the dressing.
5 min - 03
Season and marinate the beef
Cut the beef into long strips. Coat them with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the reserved 2 teaspoons of spice blend. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Ready to continue when: The strips are evenly coated and have been refrigerated for 1 hour.
10 min - 04
Get ready to grill
Take the beef out of the refrigerator 10 minutes before grilling and heat the grill to about 177°C.
Temperature: 177 °C / 350.6 °FReady to continue when: The grill is hot and the beef has been out of the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
10 min - 05
Grill the beef
Place the strips on the grill and cook for 3 minutes. Turn them over and grill for 3 more minutes; turn them again and cook for 2 minutes, then turn once more for the final 2 minutes.
Temperature: 177 °C / 350.6 °FReady to continue when: The beef is browned and cooked to at least medium; adjust the time if the strips’ thickness requires it.
10 min - 06
Serve
Serve the beef hot with the fresh salsa and the remaining spice blend on the side.
Ready to continue when: The beef is served hot, with the salsa and spice blend ready to accompany it.
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