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Nutritional Values
600kcal
40gProtein
19gCarbs
42gFat
4gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Romazava
How to order / say it
Say it
Romazava — [Ro-mah-zah-vah]
Order
I will have the beef and greens stew, please.
Locally
Azafady, raha mety, omeo aho Romazava.
Say locally
A beef stew with mixed greens and tomatoes.
Why try it?
Romazava is Madagascar's national dish that holds special significance in its capital. It symbolizes the simplicity and wholesomeness of Malagasy cooking, bringing families together with its savory and nourishing flavors.
How it tastes
The stew is light yet flavorful, with beef slowly cooked until tender in a broth enriched with greens and tomatoes, offering a slight spiciness from added ginger.
Origin & History — first documented: 1700
Romanazava has been a staple in Malagasy cuisine for centuries. Originally a rural dish, it made its way into city kitchens, becoming a beloved comfort food in Antananarivo.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g beef
- 🥕 3 medium, chopped tomatoes
- 🥕 200 g, assorted greens
- 🧄 1 medium, chopped onion
- 🧄 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 🧂 2 cm piece, minced ginger
Method
- 1 Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until aromatic.
- 2 Add beef and brown it on all sides.
- 3 Add chopped tomatoes and greens, simmer until beef is tender.
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