West African Kebabs

Ingredients

• 2 lbs lean beef, cubed
• 3 green bell peppers, seeded and cut into 1-inch squares
• 1 tablespoon unsalted dry roasted peanuts, ground into powder

Seasoning

• 1-2 onions, diced
• 2 teaspoons peeled and grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 2 tablespoons unsalted dry roasted peanuts, ground to powder
• 2 large ripe tomatoes, blanched peeled and pureed
• 1 tablespoon garlic salt
• 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce or chili paste
• wine (for sauce) (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Trim excess fat from meat.

2. 2

   Mix seasoning ingredients together in a bowl.

3. 3

   Combine the meat and half the seasoning and mix thoroughly.

4. 4

   Let stand for at least one hour before grilling.

5. 5

   Skewer the seasoned meat alternately with the bell pepper and grill till cooked and browned on both sides.

6. 6

   Remove the skewered meat and peppers from the heat, sprinkle with powdered peanuts and serve.

7. 7

   Note: you can use leftover seasoning to make a sauce by adding 1/4 cup wine and heating to thicken. Pour over kebabs.