How to Make Tomato Bredie - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re looking for a delicious and hearty stew to warm you up during the colder months, then look no further than Tomato Bredie. This South African dish is not only comforting and full of flavor, but it’s also incredibly easy to make. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Tomato Bredie is a traditional Cape Malay dish that has been passed down through generations. The word “bredie” its...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 ½ pounds lamb or mutton breast chops, chopped into portions
  • 2 tablespoons cake flour
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 ¼ pounds fresh tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 cube beef bouillon cube
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 6 whole white peppercorns
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 dash Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 medium potatoes, quartered (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Dredge lamb in flour; shake off excess.
  • Cook lamb in hot oil until browned all over. Transfer lamb to a plate, reserving drippings in the pan.
  • Cook and stir onion in drippings until soft, about 5 minutes. Mix in tomatoes. Return lamb chops to the saucepan; season with bay leaves, bouillon, salt, brown sugar, white peppercorns, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Stir occasionally, making sure nothing sticks to the bottom of the pan.
  • Stir in potatoes; continue cooking until potatoes are cooked and meat is tender, about 45 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    531 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 134mg
    • Sodium: 633mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 37g
    • Vitamin C: 38mg
    • Calcium: 66mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1036mg