Pepper and Citrus Kenyan Matoke with Beef Stew

Method

1. Add black pepper and lemon zest during preparation when sautéing onion, garlic, and tomatoes.
2. Peel and cut plantains into halves. Steam for 15 minutes.
3. In a pot, heat oil and sauté onion, garlic, and tomatoes.
4. Add beef, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook on low for 1 hour.
5. Serve matoke with the beef stew.
6. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.