Braised Beef in Peanut and Tomato Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

Tender beef chunks slowly braised in a creamy and savory peanut tomato sauce infused with traditional Cameroonian spices. This African-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 140 minutes, pairs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes, peanut butter (natural, unsweetened), canned crushed tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup peanut butter (natural, unsweetened)
• 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 large, diced onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 pounds of 1-inch cubed beef chuck and brown on all sides for 6-8 minutes until well seared. Remove beef and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same pot, reduce heat to medium, add 1 large diced onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger. Sauté for 5 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes, 1/2 cup natural peanut butter, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring to combine.
4. Step 4: Return the browned beef to the pot and pour in 2 cups beef broth. Stir well, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender and sauce thickens.
5. Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over the top before serving to add brightness.