Kenyan Matumbo (Tripe)

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This recipe for Matumbo utilizes the power of a pressure cooker or Instant Pot to turn tough tripe into a melt in yourmouth stew in a fraction of the traditional time. The final dish is a rich, savory, and aromatic stew perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 30

Course Main Courses

Cuisine East African Cuisine

Servings People

Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

2 lbs approx. 900g Matumbo (tripe), cleaned and cut into bite-sized pieces
2 large onions finely chopped
4 cloves garlic minced (Alt. Powder Garlic)
1 inch piece of ginger grated (Alt. Powder Ginger)
3 large ripe tomatoes chopped, or 1 can (14.5 oz / 411g) diced tomatoes
1 bell pepper any color, diced
1 tbsp Worchestershire
1/2 cup 120ml beef or vegetable broth
1 tbsp cooking oil vegetable or canola
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt or to taste
1/4 cup 60ml fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
1/4 cup 60ml water (for the Instant Pot)

Instructions

Prepare the Matumbo: Ensure your 2 lbs (approx. 900g) Matumbo is thoroughly cleaned and cut into bite-sized pieces. Pat it dry with a paper towel.
2 lbs approx. 900g Matumbo (tripe), cleaned and cut into bite-sized pieces
Sauté in the Pot: Set your Instant Pot or pressure cooker to the "Sauté" function. Add 1 tbsp cooking oil and heat. Add the 2 large onions, finely chopped, and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the 4 cloves garlic, minced, and 1 inch piece of ginger, grated, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
2 large onions, 4 cloves garlic, 1 inch piece of ginger, 1 tbsp cooking oil
Add Tripe and Spices: Add the prepared Matumbo pieces to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring to coat with the aromatics. Add the 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp paprika, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir well.
1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp black pepper
Pressure Cook: Add the 3 large ripe tomatoes, chopped, 1 bell pepper, diced, and the 1/2 cup (120ml) beef or vegetable broth. If using an Instant Pot, add the additional 1/4 cup (60ml) water. Stir everything together. Close the lid and set the valve to the "Sealing" position. Select the "Manual" or "Pressure Cook" function and set the time for 40-50 minutes on high pressure. The total time will vary depending on the tripe's thickness and age. A good starting point is 45 minutes.
3 large ripe tomatoes, 1 bell pepper, 1/2 cup 120ml beef or vegetable broth, 1/4 cup 60ml water (for the Instant Pot)
Release Pressure: Once the cooking cycle is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully turn the valve to "Venting" to release any remaining steam.
Final Touches: Open the lid. The Matumbo should be very tender. Stir the stew. If the sauce is too thin, you can set the pot to the "Sauté" function and simmer for a few minutes to reduce it.Add 1 table spoon Worchestershire for 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with 1/2 tsp salt or to your liking. Garnish with 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh cilantro, chopped, and serve hot.
1 tbsp Worchestershire, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 cup 60ml fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Notes

The pressure cooker or Instant Pot is a game-changer for tripe. It saves hours of cooking time without sacrificing tenderness.
The cooking time may vary. If your tripe isn't as tender as you'd like after the initial cook, you can pressure cook it for another 5-10 minutes.
You can add other vegetables like potatoes or carrots to the pot along with the tomatoes for a more filling stew.

Nutrition

Serving: 225gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 5mg

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