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Discover the Taste of Botswana: Authentic Seswaa Recipe

Authentic Seswaa: Botswana's National Dish

A hearty and flavorful meat stew, perfect for special occasions or a comforting weeknight meal.

Discover the Taste of Botswana: Authentic Seswaa Recipe

Botswana

Seswaa, Botswana's national dish, is a tender beef stew simmered with onions and peppers. Its simplicity is its strength; adding other ingredients is considered an infringement on tradition. Served over thick polenta or pap, it's a filling and satisfying meal enjoyed at celebrations and family gatherings.

Traditional Recipe

This recipe stays true to the authentic Seswaa preparation, using only the essential ingredients.

Hearty and Filling

Seswaa is a wonderfully satisfying dish, perfect for a comforting meal or a special occasion.

Easy to Make

While slow-cooked, the recipe itself is simple and straightforward, requiring minimal ingredients and effort.

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until meat is tender.
3. Serve Seswaa over thick polenta or pap.

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