Name: Rice with Greens and Beef (Vary Amin’Anana)
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: Malagasy
Ingredients: Hot sauce, such as Lemon Lasary or Pique, for serving; 1½ tsp grated garlic; 1 lb [455 g] mixed greens (such as collards, spinach, and watercress), finely chopped; 1½ tsp grated peeled fresh ginger; 1 Tbsp kosher salt; ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup [180 g] diced fresh or canned tomatoes; 2 cups [400 g] long-grain white rice; 1 Tbsp vegetable oil; 1 lb [455 g] ground beef; 1 large yellow onion, chopped

Preparation info

Yield:
10
servings

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
45 min

Appears in

Islas

By Von Diaz

Published 2024

About

When combined, rice, greens, and protein make for a perfectly satisfying meal. Among the flavorful, simple, and approachable recipes from Madagascar, this classic dish is filling, satisfying, and adaptable. Although not traditional, you can substitute ground pork, lamb, or venison if desired, adjusting the oil and cook time as needed.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 lb [

Method

In a large pot over medium, heat the oil. Add the onion and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes, until it becomes translucent. Add the beef, garlic, ginger, 1 tsp of the salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, until the meat is fully cooked.

Add the tomatoes and greens, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring constantly, until the greens are wilted.

Add the rice, 8 cups [1.9 L