Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
a. Place the large pot on the stovetop.
b. Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the pot.)
Add the cubed stewing beef to the pot and sear it until browned on all sides.
a. Place the cubed stewing beef in the hot pot.
b. Stir and turn the beef pieces to ensure even browning.)
Lower the heat to medium and add the chopped onions and crushed garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
a. Add the chopped onions to the pot.
b. Add the crushed garlic to the pot.
c. Stir the onions and garlic frequently while they cook.)
Stir in the diced tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and curry powder. Cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened and the spices are fragrant.
a. Add the diced tomatoes to the pot.
b. Sprinkle the red pepper flakes and curry powder over the mixture.
c. Stir everything together to combine and let it cook for a few minutes.)
Add the kale ribbons to the pot and cook until wilted.
a. Add the kale ribbons to the pot.
b. Stir the kale gently to distribute it evenly in the mixture.
c. Cook until the kale wilts down and becomes tender.)
Pour in the beef stock and bring the mixture to a simmer.
a. Gradually pour the beef stock into the pot while stirring.
b. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.)
Add the salt, black pepper, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and paprika to the pot.
a. Measure the specified amounts of salt, black pepper, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and paprika.
b. Sprinkle the spices evenly over the mixture in the pot.)
Drop the beef or vegetable bouillon cubes into the pot and stir until they dissolve.
a. Place the bouillon cubes into the pot.
b. Stir the mixture until the cubes dissolve completely.)
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let the stew simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours or until the beef is tender.
a. Turn the heat down to the lowest setting.
b. Place the lid securely on the pot to cover it completely.
c. Allow the stew to cook and simmer for the specified time.)
Notes
Brown the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure even browning.Use a good quality beef stock or broth for enhanced flavor.Adjust the level of red pepper flakes to your desired spice level.To save time, prep the ingredients in advance before cooking.Consider adding other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for extra color and nutrition.