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Dairy-Free Biltong Potjie with Samp and Beans

A hearty and flavorful South African stew made with biltong (dried, cured meat), samp (dried corn kernels), and beans, cooked in a traditional potjie (three-legged cast iron pot) for deep flavor.

30m prep + 180m cook6 servings
DAIRY-freeNUTS-free
700 cal|50g protein|70g carbs|25g fat|15g fiber

Ingredients

  • 500 g Biltong
  • 1 cup Samp
  • 1 cup Dried Beans
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
  • 2 large Onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 2 medium Carrots
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 6 cups Beef Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Herbs (Rosemary, Thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Soak samp and beans overnight in separate bowls.
  2. 2Heat vegetable oil in a potjie or large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
  3. 3Add carrots and celery, and cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. 4Add biltong and cook until browned.
  5. 5Drain samp and beans and add them to the pot. Stir in beef broth, tomato paste, and dried herbs.
  6. 6Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until samp and beans are tender. Stir occasionally, adding more broth if needed.
  7. 7Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

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