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Ostrich Vegetable Stew Recipe

What does Ostrich meat taste like? Ostrich meat tastes like beef.

Ostrich Meat is a red meat low in fat and is used in any recipe using red meat. Ostrich meat is naturally low in fat and is used for frying, stewing, sautéing or in any of dish as a substitute for beef.

Ostrich Vegetable Stew Recipe

Ostrich Meat is a red meat low in fat and is used in any recipe using red meat.

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds cleaned ostrich

4 cloves garlic crushed

2 diced medium sized tomatoes

1 medium onion, sliced

1 cup baby carrots

2 cups peeled diced yucca 

3 cups green beans

1 teaspoon lemon juice

2 teaspoons coriander

1 hot pepper chopped

2 cups vegetable stock

Salt and pepper to taste


Directions

In a large pot on medium heat, add oil then sauté garlic one minute. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer covered for 30 minutes.

Did you know Ostrich Meat is a red meat low in fat and is used in any recipe using red meat.


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What is The African Gourmet blog about?

The African Gourmet explores African food, history, and culture through recipes, folktales, and proverbs written for curious readers worldwide.

Who writes The African Gourmet?

The blog is written and curated by Ivy, a lifelong historian and storyteller who highlights Africa’s culinary and cultural richness.

How can I find African recipes on this site?

Use the “African Recipes” category or explore posts like African Recipes for regional dishes and ingredients.

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Where can I learn more about African proverbs and folklore?

Explore our African Proverbs and African Folktales sections for timeless wisdom and stories.

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