Fresh Meat Stew

Description
''Fresh meat stew. Both north and south in Zambia, this would be served with cornmeal mush, called Nshima.''

Ingredients

 * 11/2 pounds beef, cut in cubes
 * 2 cups water
 * 3 onions, sliced
 * 1 tomato, peeled and sliced
 * 1/4 to 1/2 cup peanut oil
 * 2 chili peppers or 1/2 - 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper

Directions
Continue simmering until meat is tender, 30 to 45 minutes more. Variations: Both north and south in Zambia, this would be served with cornmeal mush, called Nshima. Serves 4 - 6.
 * 1) In a heavy stewing pan, combine meat, water, and onions. Simmer 30 minutes. Add tomato, oil, and chili peppers.
 * 1) This same stew may be made with chicken, lamb, or fish. Eliminate the chilli pepper for a southern Zambian version.